SB 5464 - DIGEST
(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

Creates the Washington clean energy partnership to: (1) Develop, implement, and manage programs and funding initiatives related to expanding the clean energy sector in Washington; and

(2) Coordinate clean energy initiatives and implement the clean energy leadership council's recommendations provided in the state clean energy leadership plan report.

Creates the clean energy sector advisory committee to: (1) Approve the appointment of the executive director of the partnership;

(2) Approve the annual operating budget of the partnership;

(3) Provide strategic guidance to the executive director on the needs of the clean energy sector; and

(4) Establish priorities for the use of partnership funds, including approving the allocation of funds to projects.

Creates the Washington clean energy partnership fund.

Requires money in the energy freedom account to be spent only after appropriation and approval by the Washington clean energy partnership.