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This bill requires public institutions of higher education in Washington to adopt free speech policy statements that align with the "Chicago principles" or similar principles. The key provisions include: (1) promoting and protecting free and open inquiry, (2) promoting and protecting a climate of mutual respect for the discussion of ideas, (3) promoting the principle of debate and deliberation without judgment by the institution, and (4) acting in conformity with the principle of free expression and not obstructing or interfering with the freedom of others to express views they reject. The goal of the bill is to promote and protect principles of freedom of expression at Washington's public colleges and universities.