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EPISODE · Aug 12, 2025 · 11 MIN

What the “One Big Beautiful Bill” means for WA energy prices

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It’s been more than a month since President Trump signed his Big Beautiful Bill into law.  There’s been a lot of conversation about how this law will affect things like Medicaid, the national debt and immigration enforcement.  But this law may also affect the cost of energy for Washingtonians. Seattle Times climate reporter Conrad Swanson explains why.  We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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