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  • I-1631 costs too much, does nothing for climate

    JIM FITZGERALD, Contributor|Updated Nov 1, 2018

    When you live in Eastern Washington, particularly outside of the city, you spend a lot of time in the car. Driving long distances is a necessity here, whether for business or just to see friends and family. That’s why I dug into the facts on Initiative 1631, and am voting NO. The research proves this measure will cost us billions and have no impact on reducing our emissions. I-1631 is a deeply-flawed energy tax that would force Washington farmers, small businesses, families and consumers to pay billions more in taxes for g...