HB 1520 - DIGEST

Finds that implementation of Washington's sustainable energy agenda is being impeded due to the fragmented division of responsibilities among the state-based energy agencies and institutions and the lack of a central coordinating agency that ensures cooperation and the execution of a strategic plan.

Declares an intent to: (1) Centralize and integrate state energy programs and certain regulatory functions that are currently spread throughout state government into one central office called the sustainable energy office; and

(2) Ensure staffing resources are allocated in the most efficient and effective manner possible, eliminate the duplication of services, and ensure the execution of policies adopted by the legislature.

Creates the sustainable energy office.