Legal fight over natural gas initiative crescendoes at WA Supreme Court

By: Aspen Ford

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: January 23, 2026

Words: 666

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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It was more than a year ago when voters approved a ballot measure to protect access to natural gas service in homes and other buildings, undercutting Washington’s efforts to transition away from fossil fuels.

The fate of that initiative now rests with the state Supreme Court.

The justices heard arguments Thursday morning in a challenge environmental groups and local governments brought against Initiative 2066. They argue the measure is unconstitutional because it covers …

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