Addressing increased school transportation and operating costs due to the climate commitment act.

HB 1594 amends Washington's climate commitment account to provide dedicated funding that offsets increased school transportation and utility costs directly caused by the Climate Commitment Act. The bill adds a specific provision (section (n)) to the account's eligible uses, directing that funds from the climate commitment account may be allocated to cover these school expenses. This measure directly affects public school districts across Washington facing higher operational costs due to the state's climate law requirements. The bill does not alter the Climate Commitment Act itself but creates a targeted financial mechanism to support schools. It ensures schools are not financially burdened by the climate law's operational impacts.