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Introduced
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
In Committee
02/14/2024
02/14/2024
Crossed Over
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to providing adequate and predictable student 2 transportation; amending RCW 28A.160.170 and 28A.160.140; and adding 3 new sections to chapter 28A.160 RCW. 4
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve student transportation funding in Washington state. It requires the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) to analyze school district transportation costs and develop a new funding model to address the diverse needs of students, including those receiving special education services, experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or attending skill centers. The bill also establishes a flat-rate funding system for students experiencing homelessness and requires certain benefits for employees of private companies providing student transportation services under contract with school districts.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (9)
Lisa Wellman (D)*,
Bob Hasegawa (D),
Sam Hunt (D),
Patty Kuderer (D),
Joe Nguyen (D),
T'wina Nobles (D),
Yasmin Trudeau (D),
Javier Valdez (D),
Claire Wilson (D),
Last Action
By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading. (on 03/07/2024)
Taxonomy
Education
- ‐ Education of Underprivileged or Underrepresented Groups
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
- ‐ Special Education
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