Rulemaking - Chapter 173-446 WAC, Climate Commitment Act Program

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Comment From: r wood

7/14/22 @ 11:00 PM
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Comment From: Leslie Kreher

7/14/22 @ 11:00 PM
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Comment From: Trisha Pahmeier

7/14/22 @ 11:00 PM
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Comment From: THOMAS DRUMRIGHT

7/14/22 @ 11:00 PM
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Comment From: Paul Gould

7/14/22 @ 10:36 PM
Comments regarding WAC 173-446 Climate Commitment Act Program(CCAP)

General comments:
Implementation of any program or taxing scheme to reduce our carbon footprints and reduce the rate of climate change impacts, must be fair, equitable and not furthe...↓

We need to address all transportation sectors, including road, rail, marine and aviation. It appears that numerous industries and sectors of the economy are being excluded from the CCAP in such a way that they have little to no incentive to make improvements in their impacts to climate change.

EITS Industries

The no cost allowances for the 13 EITS industries seem problematic. Many of these are heavy carbon emitters and it seems like there should be a better way to incentivize businesses in this category to significantly reduce their carbon impact while allowing them to profitably operate in this state.
To massively increase fuel taxes on auto fuel, heavily impacting regular citizens while giving a free pass to heavy carbon industries, seems to lack fairness and equity and further increases our already regressive tax system. There has to be other alternatives to the proposed method that others have suggested that would not levy undo hardship on business competiveness while still providing incentives to reduce their carbon emissions.

Offset/allowances alternatives

In lieu of paying directly for allowances (or providing no-cost allowances) I think some alternatives should also be considered.
1. Contributions to re-forestry efforts on state lands. I have to assume there is a significant number of acres across the state on DNR lands that needs to be reforested.
2. Incentivize utilities to heavy subsidize rooftop solar and heat pumps for homeowners.

Incomplete measure/accounting of carbon emissions.

For utilities the whole path from extraction to energy production should be measured and included. The Process of natural gas extraction and transmission thru gas pipelines produces a significant amount of methane. This needs to be addressed and included in the calculations.

One of the stated key benefits of doing this process is to improve air quality. Yet, as a person living in one of the SeaTac airport communities, I am disheartened that still nothing is being done to address air quality issues related to airport operations and the burning of aviation fuel. There has been recent studies showing the negative health effects due to air quality problems around airports.

It seems ironic that one of the main stated purpose of the program is to reduce our overall carbon emissions and improve air pollution, yet we are exempting from the program most of the key industries that heavily impact the people living near those facilities and operations. It appears like we are going to heavily impact and burden ordinary citizens, yet let some of our biggest source point polluters mostly, if not completely off the hook. Doesn't look very much like an equitable distribution of incurred cost of this program. If all sectors of the economy are not participating fairly and equitably in this process to decarbonize our economy, there will be challenges in getting compliance and buy in by the general public.


Just as motor fuel is being taxed and going to go up significantly, Aviation fuel consumption and marine fuel consumption should be taxed using the same methods. Fuel for pleasure boats should be taxed and accounted for like automobiles and trucks.

Application of generated funds from the CCA program.
The state currently waves the sales tax on roof top solar installations. I don't know about heat pumps.
With some of the generated funds from the CCA program, there should be a strong push towards making homes and business more energy efficient. Helping to substantially fund rooftop solar, energy efficient windows and doors, electric heat pumps, insulation and weatherization improvements all should be made much more readily available and affordable for all household income levels.

Additional use of CCA funds
1, Incentivize/subsidize more rapid adoption of plug-in electric vehicles
2. Help fund/subsidize EV charging stations in home and multi-family housing complexes
Encourage more rapid build out of public EV charging stations across the state
3. To reduce emissions from the transportation sector, please explore and begin build out of "Solutionary Rail"network, to begin a transition from diesel trucks and freight trains to an electrified rail system. Much of the European rail system is electrified and it is an embarrassment that our rail system is so antique and inefficient. There is significant progress that can be made there.
https://www.solutionaryrail.org/
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Comment From: Richard Voget

7/14/22 @ 9:58 PM
Overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color have, for too long, borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The reason is that they do not have the economic and political influence to prevent industry fro...↓
Offsets and allowances were deemed necessary when the CCA was written. To compensate for that the CCA required that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration. Have the EJ Council determine how the money will be spent which could include climate mitigation as well as improving air quality.
Along the theme of helping overburdened communities, I urge Ecology to strengthen the CCA in the following ways:
Articulate Ecology's responsibility to ensure the cap-and-invest program avoids negative impacts to overburdened communities and describe how information will be gathered and used to fulfill that responsibility.
Establish an explicit process to review impacts of program implementation on outcomes relative to overburdened communities, in order to inform Ecology's mandatory reporting to the legislature required by RCW 70A.65.060(5). The rule must provide information sufficient to conduct a meaningful and thorough review. This process should be separate from the "Improving Air Quality in Overburdened Communities" initiative, be inclusive of the full range of overburdened communities as defined by the law, and focus on disparities of impacts across the entire program.
Clarify the process for reducing offset limits in response to cumulative air pollution burden in overburdened communities, including how data will be gathered and shared.
It is critical that offset rules are guided by feedback from Tribal Nations, designed to facilitate participation of tribal nations, and support tribal sovereignty.
Clarify Ecology's role in evaluating impacts of all Emission-Intensive Trade-Exposed facilities (EITEs) on overburdened communities, regardless of when each facility becomes a covered entity.
Please strengthen and finalize this rule as part of our state's work to meet our climate goals in an equitable and just way.
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Comment From: Rachel Molloy

7/14/22 @ 9:27 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

As the impacts of 1.2C climate impacts become more and more apparent, Washington has been leading the pathways forward in passing strong carbon pollution caps and the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As Redmond, WA resident and memeber o...↓

Please maintain the integrity of the cap. Achieving caps and reductions is paramount to success in lowering global 420ppm carbon and rising methane levels. The physics of this situation makes this non-negotiable, and the primary goal.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, with their input, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Rachel Molloy
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Comment From: Registered Voter

7/14/22 @ 9:20 PM
This comment is in regard to what qualifies as a forest offset.
Existing WA forest practice regulations require landowners to comply with some limitations and conditions on harvesting timber, both to protect public safety (e.g., from landslides) and t...↓
Secondly, existing conservation easement programs already provide incentives for the landowners to set aside forested land. I urge you to write the new CC rules to prevent landowners to ALSO claim these easements as forest offsets for sale in the carbon market.
In both of these cases, if the rules allow for what amounts to 'double-counting' forest land that is already set aside from harvesting based on other state or federal programs and rules, then the legislation will not result in a net increase of total forest left standing to help stem the impacts of climate change. Please do not allow the rules to render this legislation completely ineffective.
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Comment From: 350 Seattle (David Perk)

7/14/22 @ 8:04 PM
Please see uploaded PDF, 350 Seattle comment on CARB - US Forestry offset protocol.
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Comment From: 350 Seattle (Katherine Woolverton)

7/14/22 @ 8:02 PM
Please see uploaded PDF, 350 Seattle comment on WAC 173-446 - Program Rule.
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Comment From: Louise Kulzer

7/14/22 @ 7:12 PM
1. Audits of forest land carbon sequestration
I support having an independent body determine the carbon sequestration rates for specific forest holdings. However, review of CO2 removal by forest lands in California by Daniel Cullenward has shown a s...↓
2. Air Quality monitoring in overburdened communities
The rule has several serious omissions. Among these omissions two are the lack of procedures related to specifying the function of the Environmental Justice Council (EJC) and the lack of specification related to identifying overburdened communities in which air quality monitoring should be conducted. I will address the latter of these concerns as other have commented on the need for specifications related to the EJC.
It is critical that overburdened communities which may be affected by offsets be identified early on so that an appropriate baseline of Air Quality monitoring can be conducted prior to any additional carbon emissions (with accompanying air contaminants) occur in disadvantaged communities throughout the State. Criteria should be provided in the Rule so that it is clearly laid out what concentrations are acceptable and what actions will be taken if acceptable levels are exceeded. Overburdened communities cannot be protected unless the rules by which impacts are measured are laid out in an objective and transparent way.
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Comment From: Brian Emanuels

7/14/22 @ 6:31 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a lifelong resident of Washington, I am eager to see the benefits: deep reductions in climate pollution, impr...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for work and for considering my comments.
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Comment From: Scott Species

7/14/22 @ 6:01 PM
CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When d...↓

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. I'd like to recommend a minimum of 45% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council and a Advisory Committe representing the overburdened communities to determine the best processes for collaboration.
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Comment From: christy bear

7/14/22 @ 5:53 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

Breathing in a bad air quality environment has been shown to be worse than smoking. CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color.For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

Time to act BOLDLY!

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Christy Bear
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Comment From: Carl Baker

7/14/22 @ 5:35 PM
I support this idea. Anything we can do to reduce carbon emissions is very important for the future of humanity and the world's ecosystem.
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Comment From: Marilyn Darilek

7/14/22 @ 4:04 PM
I've been a resident in Spokane County since 1978, having moved from Fresno, CA. The weather and air quality has diminished significantly here in that time. I support the CCA for reductions in climate pollution, improved air quality, investments in ...↓

*Maintain the integrity of the cap to achieve greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality

*Prioritize significant improvements in BIPOC communities

*Collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and communities to provide clarity on how the Council and communities will engage in development and implementation of the program

Thank you for considering these issues and for your service to a healthier environment for all.
Marilyn Darilek
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Comment From: Nucor Steel Seattle, Inc. (Patrick Jablonski)

7/14/22 @ 3:46 PM
Thanks for the opportunity to comment. Please see attached.
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Comment From: Carol Piening

7/14/22 @ 3:38 PM
I've stepped into the "way back machine" upon learning that Ecology has drafted WAC 173-446. Congratulations, and high time; when I worked for the Air Quality Program from 1992 - 2000 topics such as greenhouse gas emission caps and environmental just...↓
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Comment From: Swinomish Indian Tribal Commun... (Amy Trainer)

7/14/22 @ 3:16 PM
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Comment From: Miranda Horton

7/14/22 @ 2:56 PM
Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits of this act. Deep reductions in climate pollution, improve...↓

-CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be, if not your first concern, then one of the primary goals.

-CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts, and so this becomes an issue of justice. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

-CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on exactly how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

Miranda Horton
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Comment From: Padraic (Paddy) Freeman

7/14/22 @ 2:50 PM
Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits: deep reductions in climate pollution, improved air quality, investm...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

Padraic Freeman
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Comment From: United States Department of En... (Bryan Trimberger)

7/14/22 @ 2:49 PM
Please see the attached file for the United States Department of Energy Hanford Site comments on the proposed rule.
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Comment From: Brandon Bee

7/14/22 @ 2:32 PM
Please 100% Renewable energy as soon as possible, CUT OUT THE NATURAL GAS I DONT CONSENT OR APPROVE OF IT, More vegan policies, and electrify ALL Gov vehicles from the post office, to school buses. This should be easy, people will complain either way...↓

ALSO SPECIAL SHOUT OUT FOR REMOVING THE LOWER SNAKE RIVER DAM!
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Comment From: Deborah Hodack

7/14/22 @ 2:26 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

As ag grandmother of nine grandchildren, it is critical to me that our Climate issues are resolved for their future. Thankfully, Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commi...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

Deborah Hodack
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Comment From: North Pacific Paper Company LL... (Thomas Rozwod)

7/14/22 @ 2:19 PM
July 14, 2022
Joshua Grice
Washington Department of Ecology
Air Quality Program
P.O. Box 47600
Olympia, WA 98504-7600

Dear Mr. Grice:

We are writing to provide commentary regarding the Climate Commitment Act proposed rules being considered by the Washington...↓

North Pacific Paper Company (NORPAC) is based in Longview, Washington. We are currently in the commissioning phase of a significant capital expenditure for a state-of-the-art recycle fiber pulper project. This project will redirect wastepaper (old-corrugated containers (OCC) and mixed paper) from landfills to our mill, where we turn this wastepaper into high quality, recycled packaging papers for corrugated boxes and grocery bags.

With this new equipment, NORPAC will dramatically increase the amount of wastepaper diverted from landfills. In 2021, NORPAC consumed over 200,000 tons of wastepaper. In 2023, with the new pulper online, NORPAC expects to consume a significant amount of additional wastepaper. When our new recycled fiber pulper is operating at full capacity, NORPAC will be one of the largest reclaimers of wastepaper in the United States.

By keeping hundreds of thousands of tons of wastepaper out of regional landfills through the recycling process, we are substantially reducing methane greenhouse gasses from being emitted into the atmosphere. We believe this should be recognized through the granting of credits to offset other carbon emissions.

As the Department of Ecology makes final decisions on the Climate Commitment Act, NORPAC requests consideration to include projects such as our current recycle pulper project as offset credits toward our compliance obligations. This project and the impact it will have on diverting wastepaper from landfills is real, permanent, quantifiable, verifiable, and incremental.

We request that offsets for the purpose of methane gas reduction through paper recycling be included in the discussion and the rulemaking process the Department of Ecology is currently adjudicating.

Sincerely,

Craig Anneberg Tom Crowley Rob Buckingham
CEO Co-President Co-President
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Comment From: Dorothy Hudson

7/14/22 @ 2:15 PM
CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The...↓
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Comment From: Daimon Sweeney

7/14/22 @ 2:13 PM
Mr. Grice,

Buildings produce a large fraction of the greenhouse gases this program is trying to minimize. New building methods can have a large impact. One such technology is building with hemp, which acts as a net carbon sink. The first permitted hem...↓

Taking a larger view of building codes in general, I suggest they be examined and rewritten to optimize for minimizing climatic effects. There are many experts in this state who could contribute to defining such revisions. The outcome could well be more comfortable and healthier homes that last longer, use fewer fossil fuels for utilities, cost much less over time, and produce less construction and other waste.

Thank you for considering these suggestions,
Daimon Sweeney
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Comment From: Daimon Sweeney

7/14/22 @ 2:11 PM
Mr. Grice,

Buildings produce a large fraction of the greenhouse gases this program is trying to minimize. New building methods can have a large impact. One such technology is building with hemp, which acts as a net carbon sink. The first permitted hem...↓

Taking a larger view of building codes in general, I suggest they be examined and rewritten to optimize for minimizing climatic effects. There are many experts in this state who could contribute to defining such revisions. The outcome could well be more comfortable and healthier homes that last longer, use fewer fossil fuels for utilities, cost much less over time, and produce less construction and other waste.

Thank you for considering these suggestions,
Daimon Sweeney
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Comment From: Phillips 66 (Steven Smith)

7/14/22 @ 2:05 PM
Phillips 66 comments on WAC 173-446 (attached file)
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Comment From: Lora Rathbone

7/14/22 @ 1:55 PM
Re. Rule making on Chapter 173-446 WAC

The process of assessing progress and making adjustments should be transparent and include prioritizing investments in reducing carbon and reducing health disparities in frontline and overburdened communities. We...↓

The adopted rules should not hinder adjustments needed over time as markets respond and with new technologies.

Accurate forecasting should be integrated with other policies, such as the Clean Energy Transformation Act, to ensure efficiency of oversight and compliance.
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Comment From: Daimon Sweeney

7/14/22 @ 1:54 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

I applaud this action. Because this is a long-term project, it will be important to assure that emerging and superior technologies are integrated as they become practical and to avoid becoming stuck with less effective methods.

Will the...↓

Is waste being included as a focus? Repairing appliances and vehicles, recycling and so on reduce the greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental effects of the waste itself, and of the manufacturing required to replace those things.

In an increasingly difficult economic environment for many people, the ability and motivation to extend the life of already purchased goods makes sense. A culture of extended use will be less wasteful of both resources and money, and less damaging. That attitude can extend to the care and restoration of the planet, ideally replacing the throwaway attitude that has contributed to the need for this program.

Keeping the aims from being watered down is crucial. Specific industries will likely try to carve out exceptions for themselves, so I hope that is not allowed.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Daimon Sweeney
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Comment From: Christina Page

7/14/22 @ 1:38 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Christina Page
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Comment From: Monica Aebly

7/14/22 @ 1:22 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,
CLIMATE ACTION IS IMPORTANT TODAY! WE ARE RUNNING OUT OF TIME!!! PLEASE THINK OF OUR CHILDREN.
Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Monica Aebly
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Comment From: Center for Resource Solutions (Lucas Grimes)

7/14/22 @ 1:02 PM
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Comment From: Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (Steven Van Slyke)

7/14/22 @ 11:04 AM
A copy of the uploaded comment letter is also being sent via regular mail.
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Comment From: Ronald Lovell

7/14/22 @ 11:01 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color.For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Ronald Lovell
Tukwila WA 98168
PH: 757-652-5842
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Comment From: Coalition for Renewable Natura... (Sam Lehr)

7/14/22 @ 10:05 AM
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Comment From: Robert Marino

7/14/22 @ 10:02 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

I write in reference to: Rulemaking - Chapter 173-446 WAC, Climate Commitment Act Program.

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, ...↓

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration. If implementation of the cap-and-invest program needs to be paused so that the EJ Council has time to thoughtfully advise rulemaking and design, then that is what needs to happen. Rushing the EJ Council and the frontline communities that they represent, is more of the same old racist colonialism-despite whatever good intentions one may have-that got us here in the first place, and is unacceptable.

Lastly, I attach a new report from Front and Centered on the weaknesses of the EITE allowance giveaways that benefit the ultra rich and hurt regular, everyday people, especially in overburdened communities.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

Robert Marino
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Comment From: Colleen Hinton

7/14/22 @ 9:45 AM
I would like to see the CCA rules ensuring that greenhouse gas emissions do not exceed the cap - this is absolutely critical to the success of this policy. I also urge the Department of Ecology to consult with communities of colour, and the Environm...↓
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Comment From: Ronald Snell

7/14/22 @ 8:40 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,
Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. This included resources for workforce development so that these communities can participate fully in the benefits from our efforts to reduce air pollution. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

Thank you for considering my comments.
Sincerely, Ronald Snell
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Comment From: Clayton Compton

7/14/22 @ 8:31 AM
Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, improved air quality...↓
CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.
CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.
CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.
Thank you for considering my comments.
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Comment From: 19th and 24th Legislative Dist...

7/14/22 @ 8:30 AM
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Comment From: Jennifer Vo

7/14/22 @ 7:22 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Jennifer Vo
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Comment From: Brie Gyncild

7/14/22 @ 7:03 AM
There are few things that every human has in common -- but we share a climate and our very survival as a species is at stake as we strive to curb climate change.

The Climate Commitment Act (CCA) could bring great benefits to our state and the greater ...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The cap is a critical element to this act and any compromises to the cap would defeat the purpose of the bill -- and result in further resentment and cynicism from the communities most harmed by emissions.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with meaningful community input.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.
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Comment From: Brandie Deal

7/14/22 @ 5:07 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Brandie
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Comment From: Jean Avery

7/13/22 @ 11:00 PM
Dear Mr. Joshua Grice WA Dept. of Ecology, Thank you for protecting our climate. Please consult wirh tribes and respect tribal sovereignty. Please focus on climate equity. Thank you, Jean Avery 13314 SE 19th St Vancouver, WA 98683
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Comment From: Bruce Bonifaci

7/13/22 @ 9:18 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

The proposed rule should do the following:

--Maintaining the cap should be a primary goal;
--CCA investments need to be designed with community input, ensuring the benefits are meaningful;
--The implementation process must jibe with guida...↓



thanks foe your attention.

Bruce Bonifaci
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Comment From: Lee Ann Gekas

7/13/22 @ 8:55 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments. Climate change is important to me as I have a daughter and would like for her to live in a reasonable world.

Sincerely,
Lee Ann Gekas, M.D.
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Comment From: Bryan Sullivan

7/13/22 @ 8:50 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap, and its role in reducing overall emissions per the greenhouse gas emission limits that the Washington Legislature established. The people of Washington must be able to trust that this program will be executed faithfully, per the law and the established rules.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, per the CCA requirement that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.
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Comment From: A small group of individuals (Rosemary Sweeney)

7/13/22 @ 7:37 PM
Signors include Rosemary Sweeney, Tad Anderson, Arvia Morris, and Katherine Woolverton
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Comment From: Julie Martinson

7/13/22 @ 6:57 PM
In light of the Supreme Court's June ruling limiting the powers of the EPA, I write to urge you to support strong implementation of the Climate Commitment Act via the following steps.

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capp...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap.
CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color.
CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities.

Thank you for inviting and considering all citizen input into this most crucial rulemaking in support of preserving a healthy state for all of us.
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Comment From: Timothy Leadingham

7/13/22 @ 3:36 PM
You are no doubt doing a good job as far as it goes, but I fear you are missing a major source of emissions in our state, urban development. A study done by UW more than 10 years ago indicates that nearly 390,000 acres of forest in western Washington...↓
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Comment From: bp America, Inc. (Ken Taylor)

7/13/22 @ 3:24 PM
Please find comments in uploaded letter.
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Comment From: Liz Campbell

7/13/22 @ 3:09 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.
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Comment From: William Phipps

7/13/22 @ 1:59 PM
Please stop making gasoline powered cars and trucks.
Please stop driving gas powered cars and trucks.
Please stop all new natural gas powered furnaces installations in ALL new buildings.
Please give us citizens economic
aid so as to purchase electric car...↓
Please give economic aid so we can convert to electric heat pumps in our homes.
Thank you.

Why does this law only apply to 75 percent of carbon emitters.
?!
Please shut down the Whidbey Naval Air Station. It is un -needed. It is unwanted. Their awful planes use up a tremendous amount of aviation fuel, emit tons of carbon pollution and are a noise hazard and pollutant.
And those carbon spewing planes are not even counted under this bogus law.
Please slash the military budget by 50 percent and use those hundreds of billions of dollars to fund the necessary green energy transition!
Thank you.

Please do everything you can to hasten the green energy transition. We are running out of time.

Please do everything you can to slash our military budget.

The US military is the single largest consumer entity of petroleum products . It is simply un -sustainable..
We must change our geopolitical outlook on this planet.
Wars are a waste of time, energy resources and human lives.
Let's focus on helping eachother make this a livable sustainable planet for thousands of years to come.
Thank you.

William Phipps.
Edmonds, Wa.
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Comment From: Kara Harvin

7/13/22 @ 1:22 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Kara Harvin
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Comment From: D Grease LLC (Dominic Vrana)

7/13/22 @ 1:04 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,
Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

Why Climate Change and the CCA is important to me. Personally, I have seen my family's immigrant owned small business personally contribute to the same goals outlined in the Climate Commitment Act. At D � Grease LLC, the Seattle area franchise of Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions we directly service clients such as T-Mobile Park, Lumen Field, SeaTac Airport, Climate Pledge Arena, and many more. Essentially, our services reduce Carbon Dioxide levels in Seattle by two ways. Firstly, our patented services extend the life of our customers cooking oil used in commercial kitchens, reducing the constant refilling of the environmentally taxing commercial soybean oil. Secondly, our business stores cooking oil to be converted into biodiesel. Throughout a month we can collect 1,000 gallons of cooking oil for conversion into biodiesel. For each gallon of biodiesel used you can prevent 16lbs of carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere. It is great to see WA move in the right direction as we also directly contribute to a more environmentally conscious society.

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.
Sincerely, Dominic Vrana
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Comment From: Seattle City Light (Mendy Droke)

7/13/22 @ 12:28 PM
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Comment From: Melvin Mackey

7/13/22 @ 12:13 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color.For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Melvin Mackey
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Comment From: Francesca Ritson

7/13/22 @ 11:45 AM
I am pleased to be in a state,Washington, that made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in cli...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. Please assure that there will be community input to make the benefits meaningful.

Thank you for considering my comments.
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Comment From: Jim Byrne

7/13/22 @ 10:12 AM
Since the U.S. Supreme Court emasculated the EPA, it is up to WA DOE to protect our futures and health. Draft the strongest climate legislation possible through the Climate Commitment Act Program. We need a cap on greenhouse gas emissions and estab...↓

Jim Byrne
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Comment From: Allison Capen

7/13/22 @ 9:53 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am deeply committed to addressing climate change. I look forward to the CCA benefi...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

It is also important that CCA investments prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black and Indigenous communities and other communities of color that have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. I appreciate that the CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful, ideally through close collaboration with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Allison Capen
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Comment From: SUMMER MONTACUTE

7/13/22 @ 9:33 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Summer Montacute
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Comment From: Martha Williams

7/13/22 @ 9:19 AM
Living in WA 38 years, teaching and being an outdoor girl and climate trained mentor, I am asking you to make CCA happen in its fullest definition: Carbon cap, frontline communities, renewable energy and on. I always SY to my audience- "What did you ...↓
You know and I know that we must- we can, we will because there is no other choice. Thank you
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Comment From: Ann Wolfe

7/13/22 @ 8:27 AM
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Comment From: Sharon Fasnacht

7/13/22 @ 8:26 AM
I'm in full support of "Climate Solutions" opinions. But also, Please continue fighting for HANFORD Cleanup! I'm doing what I can and believe you are also. We are just not getting the National support that has been promised.
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Comment From: Epic Spiel Press (Emily Johnson)

7/13/22 @ 7:47 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

We at Epic Spiel Press fully support Washington State's strong action on curbing climate pollution. As a small business, we have already switched to green power. Now we need you to hold larger users accountable and give them a reason...↓

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, improved air quality, investments in clean transportation and clean energy, community benefits with investments in overburdened communities, and much more. In order for the CCA to be truly transformational for Washington and act as a model for other states, it is critical that the proposed rule do the following.

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Emily Johnson, owner, Epic Spiel Press
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Comment From: Chad Evans

7/13/22 @ 7:45 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Chad
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Comment From: Emily Johnson

7/13/22 @ 7:43 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Use the strongest tools you have to curb carbon the fastest you can. We don't have much time left on climate action! I am so proud of my state for passing this law. Now we've got to make it work for us.

Washington made history by pas...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Emily Kay Johnson
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Comment From: Jeffrey Kaufman

7/13/22 @ 7:19 AM
At last we'll have someone keeping up with the rapidly deteriorating climate situation. Please continue to be forward thinking and aware of those interests who would (for whatever reason)seek to foil our resolve or inhibit information and counteract...↓
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Comment From: Christina Wagner

7/13/22 @ 7:11 AM
Making an effective and equitable commitment to Clean Air for all Washington residents is one of the most important acts for leaders in Washington. Please do all you can to ensure this program meets its potential.
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Comment From: Patty Compton

7/13/22 @ 6:55 AM
There is literally nothing more important.
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Comment From: Kathleen Compton

7/13/22 @ 6:39 AM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Kathleen Compton
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Comment From: Rhonda Salerno

7/13/22 @ 5:04 AM
I support the Rulemaking - Chapter 173-446 WAC, Climate Commitment Act Program. We must act in every way we can, now. Please support this program for our future and our children's future. Thank you!@
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Comment From: Michael Siptroth

7/12/22 @ 8:07 PM
I urge the Dept of Ecology and all other WA State Agencies to adopt as strong rules as possible to ensure WA State lives up to making our State's waters, air, and lands as clean as possible and absorbing as much carbon as possible! Planting trees, S...↓
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Comment From: Anonymous Anonymous

7/12/22 @ 7:47 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.
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Comment From: Becca Hall

7/12/22 @ 7:11 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, (Name)___
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Comment From: marylee chamberlain

7/12/22 @ 7:05 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

I am glad to be a citizen in Washington state given that Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benef...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments. We are moving forward with the right steps here and should encourage other states to do the same in any way we can given the imperative nature of our climate issues.

Sincerely, Marylee Chamberlain
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Comment From: Janet Swihart

7/12/22 @ 6:41 PM
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Comment From: Derek Benedict

7/12/22 @ 6:10 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

In order for the CCA to be truly transformational for Washington and act as a model for other states, it is critical that the proposed rule do the following.

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Derek Benedict
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Comment From: Olah k

7/12/22 @ 5:42 PM
I want everyone to breathe clean air. I worry that young people will have to deal with more polluted air in the future. Thus, I strongly support the proposed rule for the Climate Commitment Act Program.

We passed the country's strongest law capping c...↓
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Comment From: Andrea Faste

7/12/22 @ 4:46 PM
Please adopt the strongest implementation of the Climate Commitment act that you can.
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Comment From: Emily Van Alyne

7/12/22 @ 4:45 PM
Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, improved air quality...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.
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Comment From: Dorothy Hall

7/12/22 @ 4:41 PM
I am a senior woman who, many years ago, had the benefit of breathing cleaner air than it is today. I worry that my son and granddaughters will have to deal with more polluted air in the future. I strongly support the proposed rule for the Climate ...↓
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Comment From: Tom Benemann

7/12/22 @ 4:33 PM
Please implement CCA as quickly as possible.
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Comment From: Interfaith Community Sanctuary (Sally Jo Gilbert de Vargas)

7/12/22 @ 4:14 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

I am an Associate Minister of Social Justice at Interfaith Community Sanctuary in Seattle. We are an Interfaith congregation that works hard to promote social justice issues in our region. Racial and Climate justice are especially impo...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments, on behalf of our entire congregation.
Sally Jo Gilbert de Vargas
Associate Minister
Interfaith Community Sanctuary
Seattle WA 98107
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Comment From: Andrew Dunn

7/12/22 @ 4:10 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Andrew Dunn
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Comment From: Sara Bhakti

7/12/22 @ 4:01 PM
Protecting the environment is my top priority. Climate change is upon us and damaging life as we know it on the earth. I strongly support the toughest response possible that will reduce the human caused impact of climate change and hopefully mitigat...↓
Thank you for the opportunity to comment.
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Comment From: Kathy Furtado

7/12/22 @ 4:01 PM
As a WA State native, I urge you to take the strongest possible measures to preserve our climate and home.
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Comment From: Jeff Waddington

7/12/22 @ 3:49 PM
Please pursue a policy that makes emitters of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere pay for the damage that causes.
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Comment From: McKenna Morrigan

7/12/22 @ 3:40 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of our beautiful state and a mother of two young children, I am eager to see the benefits includin...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, McKenna Morrigan
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Comment From: Brian Baltin

7/12/22 @ 3:13 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Brian Baltin
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Comment From: Charlee Thompson

7/12/22 @ 2:49 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.
Charlee Thompson
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Comment From: Glen Anderson

7/12/22 @ 2:47 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

I'm glad Washington State passed the Climate Commitment Act (CCA).

IN ORDER TO BE REALLY MEANINGFUL, LAWS MUST HAVE VERY, VERY STRONG REGULATIONS AND POLICIES to implement legislative intent and serve the general public!!!!!

I'm a 73-yea...↓

I implore you to take the cap very seriously and prevent loopholes that would allow weakening or evading the cap.

Design program details that -- INSTEAD OF PERFUNCTORY "GOING THROUGH THE MOTIONS" -- WILL ACTUALLY PRODUCE SIGNIFICANT, MEASURABLE, ENFORCEABLE IMPROVEMENTS IN AIR QUALITY AND HEALTH OUTCOMES!!!

Protect minority communities that have been suffering systemic disparities.

INVOLVE LOCAL COMMUNITY MEMBERS in meaningful ways, not tokenism or window-dressing.


Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,
Glen Anderson
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Comment From: James Nelson

7/12/22 @ 2:46 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

James Pinard Nelson
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Comment From: Kathleen Saul

7/12/22 @ 2:45 PM
Back in fourth grade I won a poster contest with my depiction of a deer by a stream in the woods and the exhortation to protect our environment. Those efforts predated the groundbreaking environmental protections of the 1970s. I never would have drea...↓
That also means we need to enact rules that maintain the integrity of the cap. We cannot create a cap full of holes for the largest polluters in the state--that cap then has no meaning.
We need to create rules that include measurements and goals that show all Washingtonians the current state of emissions as well as progress to the goals. We also need timely information about communities that bear the greatest burden of emissions now and why those will be the focus of concerted efforts in the future. Data transparency is key. Only then will people really understand the value of efforts to reduce fossil fuel-related emissions.
This cannot be solely a top-down decision-making process. We know that the top-down processes employed in the past have only served to perpetuate harms. Without input from the people impacted most by fossil fuel emissions, without clear and honest consultation of home owners, business owners, and tribal citizens, the rules likely will pander to the interests of the fossil fuel companies, lobbyists, and big emitters. That has to stop. Our collective future that is now at risk and we all deserve to be a part of the solution.
We all must work together to protect the environment that I drew on that poster decades ago.
Thank you.
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Comment From: Stephen Sundquist

7/12/22 @ 2:43 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). Having served on the board of Climate Solutions for many years, I was delighted by the passage of the CCA. And ...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap: The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be the top goal.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color: For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities: The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

Stephen Sundquist
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Comment From: Don Worley

7/12/22 @ 2:28 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely, Don Worley
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Comment From: priscilla martinez

7/12/22 @ 2:19 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.

CCA's implementation process must collaborate with the Environmental Justice (EJ) Council and with overburdened communities. The rule should provide more clarity on how the Council and communities will be engaged in the development and implementation of the full program. Ecology should work with the EJ Council to determine the best processes for collaboration.

We need to take better care of what is left of our environment, for wildlife, marine life, plant life, and people.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

Priscilla Martinez
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Comment From: Robert Blumenthal

7/12/22 @ 2:12 PM
Dear Mr. Grice,

Washington made history by passing the country's strongest law capping carbon pollution, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA). As a resident of the state, I am eager to see the benefits including deep reductions in climate pollution, impro...↓

CCA rules must maintain the integrity of the cap. The ultimate goal of this law is to achieve our greenhouse gas limits and improve air quality, especially in overburdened communities. Ensuring that emissions do not exceed the cap is critical. When designing program details, maintaining the cap should be one of the primary goals.

CCA investments must prioritize significant improvements in air quality of overburdened communities, especially Black, Indigenous and communities of color. For too long, these communities have borne the brunt of air pollution and climate impacts. The CCA requires that a minimum of 35% of overall investments directly benefit these communities. These investments must be thoughtfully designed with community input to ensure benefits are meaningful.
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