SB 5464-S - DIGEST |
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) |
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 director of the partnership; |
(2) Approve the annual operating budget of the partnership; |
(3) Provide strategic guidance to the 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 certain federal and state energy program funds to be managed by the clean energy partnership. This requirement expires June 30, 2016. |
Provides contingent effective dates. |