Soundside

The future of Washington state's carbon auction may come down to gas prices


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Washington state Republicans hope you'll think about high gas prices when you vote this fall.
A GOP-backed initiative to repeal the Climate Commitment Act -- which charges companies for emitting carbon into the atmosphere -- is likely headed to your ballot.
Republicans argue it’s a misguided policy that’s been too painful for average Washingtonians filling their tanks.
Democrats in Olympia are now racing to smooth out rough edges on Governor Inslee's signature environmental law – like those pesky high carbon auction prices.
They’re making a case to save the law … which they argue is a necessary tool to help combat climate change.
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