House Bill 2077 is progressing through Washington state legislation, proposing a 2% tax on emissions credit sales and a 10% tax on banked credits, primarily impacting Tesla. The tax aims to generate substantial revenue, estimated at $78 million initially and $100 million annually thereafter. Proponents argue it is crucial for funding state services amid federal cuts in EV infrastructure. However, Tesla's lobbyist argues it contradicts the state's intention for zero-emissions policies. The bill reflects ongoing tensions in the transition to electric vehicles as compliance grows mandatory and state infrastructure needs increase.
House Majority Leader Joe Fitzgibbon emphasized its necessity amid frozen federal EV infrastructure funds. 'We didn't have a budget crisis until this year...'}},{
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