One NEEC legislative priority in Oregon has failed to move forward. HB 3535 originally had 3 components – energy efficiency prioritization standard, property tax exemption for high performance … [Read more...] about Oregon HB 3535 – Energy Performance Disclosure
Policy and Legislation
Legislative Updates
Washington: Legislators received grim news from the state economist that predicted revenues to the state were being forecast downward, leaving lawmakers to scramble looking for additional spending … [Read more...] about Legislative Updates
U.S. House of Representatives Passes CR Budget with Deep Cuts in Energy and EPA
The US House of Representatives volleyed first in the federal budget battle over the spending in the current federal fiscal year. The current federal operations are operating under a “continuing … [Read more...] about U.S. House of Representatives Passes CR Budget with Deep Cuts in Energy and EPA
Oregon and Washington Legislatures Convene in January
The state legislatures in Washington and Oregon are set to convene next month amid depressing state budget news. The two year biennium in Oregon (beginning July 1, 2011) has a projected deficit well … [Read more...] about Oregon and Washington Legislatures Convene in January
Election Brings Mixed Bag for Energy Efficiency
Despite a strong effort by a coalition of stakeholders, Referendum 52 was not approved by Washington voters. The statewide vote count had a 45% approval total with the vast majority of counties … [Read more...] about Election Brings Mixed Bag for Energy Efficiency
Briefing on Referendum 52
The Northwest Energy Efficiency Council cordially invites you to attend a briefing on Referendum 52 on Thursday, August 12th at 10:00 at the Doubletree Airport Hotel - 18740 International Boulevard - … [Read more...] about Briefing on Referendum 52
Washington Legislature Kicks into Gear
The “short session” of the Washington State Legislature began the 2nd week of January. In this second year of the biennium, the Legislature has a 60 day shot clock. As expected, budget … [Read more...] about Washington Legislature Kicks into Gear