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WA SB6314
WA SB6314Providing instruction on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history in public schools.
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Introduced
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
In Committee
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to instruction on Asian American, Native 2 Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history in public schools; adding a 3 new section to chapter 28A.655 RCW; and adding a new section to 4 chapter 28A.320 RCW. 5
AI Summary
This bill requires the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history learning standards as part of the state's social studies curriculum by September 2027. The bill also mandates that school districts provide instruction on these topics in grades K-12 starting in the 2028-29 school year, and encourages the use of curriculum resources identified by the superintendent's office. Additionally, school districts can accept donations related to this instruction. The bill aims to ensure the inclusion and representation of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and contributions in Washington state's public schools.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (7)
T'wina Nobles (D)*,
Bob Hasegawa (D),
Patty Kuderer (D),
Liz Lovelett (D),
Javier Valdez (D),
Lisa Wellman (D),
Claire Wilson (D),
Last Action
First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. (on 02/02/2024)
Taxonomy
Education
- ‐ Education of Underprivileged or Underrepresented Groups
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6314&Year=2023&Initiative=false | 02/01/2024 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/6314.pdf | 02/01/2024 |
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