Washington Supreme Court Kills Natural Gas Initiative Backed by Nearly 2 Million Voters

A major showdown over natural gas in Washington has ended with a stunning Supreme Court ruling. The Washington State Supreme Court struck down Initiative 2066, which was approved by nearly 2 million voters in 2024 and sought to protect natural gas as an energy choice. The court ruled that the initiative violated the state's single-subject rule. Supporters of the measure say the decision undermines the people's initiative power and represents a major setback for voters who backed the measure. Opponents celebrated the ruling as a victory for Washington's climate and clean-energy policies. With no further appeal available, what's next for natural gas in Washington?