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Introduced
01/10/2022
01/10/2022
In Committee
02/23/2022
02/23/2022
Crossed Over
02/09/2022
02/09/2022
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022
03/10/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to advancing equity in programs for highly capable students; amending RCW 28A.185.020, 28A.185.030, 28A.185.050, 28A.160.160, and 28A.300.042; adding a new section to chapter 28A.185 RCW; and creating a new section.
AI Summary
This bill aims to advance equity in programs for highly capable students. It amends existing laws to require school districts to prioritize equitable identification of low-income students for highly capable programs, allocate state funding based on 5% of each district's student population, and conduct universal screenings to identify students for further assessment. The bill also requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to monitor highly capable programs, make demographic data publicly available, and collect additional data on these programs.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (10)
Laurie Dolan (D)*,
Steve Bergquist (D),
Davina Duerr (D),
Roger Goodman (D),
Gerry Pollet (D),
Vandana Slatter (D),
Mike Steele (R),
Pat Sullivan (D),
Brandon Vick (R),
Jesse Young (R),
Last Action
By resolution, returned to House Rules Committee for third reading. (on 03/10/2022)
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