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This bill establishes the Washington State Commission on Boys and Men within the governor's office, focusing on six key areas: mental and physical health, education and skills, livelihood and financial well-being, fatherhood and relationships, addressing the preschool-to-prison pipeline, and experiences in court systems. The commission will be led by an executive director appointed by the governor and will consist of 11 voting members appointed by legislative leadership and the governor, with additional non-voting legislative members. Members must demonstrate expertise in at least one focus area and represent diverse perspectives in terms of ethnicity, geography, gender, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, and occupation. The commission's primary duties include monitoring legislation affecting boys and men, working with state agencies to assess programs and policies, coordinating with other commissions, serving as a public-private liaison, and submitting biennial reports to the legislature. The commission may solicit private funding, enter into agreements with various organizations, and is empowered to gather data, hold public hearings, and advocate for removing barriers faced by boys and men. Members will be reimbursed for expenses, and the commission aims to provide comprehensive insights and recommendations to improve the well-being of boys and men in Washington state.

Government Affairs

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1266&Year=2025&Initiative=false