How negotiations between Jay Inslee’s office, lawmakers, and media organizations led to the end of the controversial legislation.
The bill’s failure sets the stage for a possible initiative on the November ballot.
Legislators try to frame the bill as a win for open government, while opponents hope for veto by Governor Jay Inslee.
Governor’s pitch to tax carbon makes it to the Senate floor, but time is running out.
Critics slam the move as a blow to government transparency.
