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Introduced
01/13/2022
01/13/2022
In Committee
01/13/2022
01/13/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022
03/10/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to establishing parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education; adding a new section to chapter 28A.150 RCW; and adding a new section to chapter 28A.345 RCW.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a parents' bill of rights related to their child's public education in the state of Washington. The key provisions include: (1) the right for parents to know what their child is being taught, including access to curriculum and instructional materials; (2) the right to know who is teaching their child, including guest speakers and presenters; (3) the right to know about organizations and entities with contracts with the school district and have access to this information; (4) the right to access and participate in school board meetings; and (5) the right to be notified about incidents affecting their child's health, safety, or well-being. The bill also requires the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and public schools to post these rights online and make the information easily accessible for parents and guardians.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (14)
Perry Dozier (R)*,
John Braun (R),
Chris Gildon (R),
Jeff Holy (R),
Jim Honeyford (R),
Curtis King (R),
Mike Padden (R),
Mark Schoesler (R),
Simon Sefzik (R),
Shelly Short (R),
Keith Wagoner (R),
Judy Warnick (R),
Jeff Wilson (R),
Lynda Wilson (R),
Last Action
First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. (on 01/13/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5858&Year=2021&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5858.pdf |
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