If approved by Washington voters, Initiative 1631 would impose a pollution fee on large emitters of greenhouse gases. The money raised would be used for certain environmental programs and projects. The fee would apply to fossil fuels sold or used within the state and electricity generated within or imported into the state.
Our mission is to acquire and manage critical lands to permanently benefit the water, wildlife, and people of the Nisqually River Watershed. The Land Trust Board of Directors has never before supported or opposed a ballot measure, but climate change seriously threatens our conservation mission and our essential vision and goals. The Initiative is a positive step to address this threat and has the potential to significantly benefit Nisqually River communities and habitat.
In August, the Board passed Resolution 2018-14 in support of the Initiative. You can read the resolution here.