Washington HB1652 mandates low-sulfur fuel use for ocean-going vessels near Washington shores to protect public health and the environment.

The bill, known as the Salish Sea Protection and Marine Clean Fuels Act, requires ocean-going vessels to use low-sulfur fuels when operating within three nautical miles of Washington's shorelines. It prohibits using marine gas oil or marine diesel oil with sulfur content exceeding 0.1% by weight. The Department of Ecology can permit noncompliance fees instead of requiring fuel compliance. Vessels must maintain detailed records of fuel use and switching procedures.

Washington HB1652 mandates low-sulfur fuel use for ocean-going vessels near Washington shores to protect public health and the environment.

The bill, known as the Salish Sea Protection and Marine Clean Fuels Act, requires ocean-going vessels to use low-sulfur fuels when operating within three nautical miles of Washington's shorelines. It prohibits using marine gas oil or marine diesel oil with sulfur content exceeding 0.1% by weight. The Department of Ecology can permit noncompliance fees instead of requiring fuel compliance. Vessels must maintain detailed records of fuel use and switching procedures.