The Washington State Supreme Court has struck down Initiative 2066, the voter-approved measure dealing with natural gas access and Washington’s energy policies.
In this episode of Left Coast News, we break down the court’s single-subject ruling, what I-2066 attempted to change, and what the decision means for natural gas customers, utilities, state energy policy, and Washington’s citizen initiative process.
We also examine the larger constitutional debate over voter-approved initiatives, including previous Washington Supreme Court decisions involving $30 car tabs and other ballot measures.
At the center of the debate is a basic question: How much power should Washington voters have to directly challenge laws and policies coming out of Olympia?
This is political commentary and analysis from Left Coast News.
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