Bill > HB1485

This bill increases the annual limit for services and activities fees at higher education institutions from 4% to 6% per year. The legislature recognizes that urban higher education institutions are facing rising costs for essential student services like health services, counseling, recreation facilities, student clubs, cultural events, and academic support programs. The bill aims to help institutions offset inflationary pressures by allowing them to incrementally raise student fees while maintaining the same approval process. Specifically, the bill amends RCW 28B.15.069 to modify the percentage increase that governing boards of higher education institutions can charge students for services and activities fees. The services and activities fee committee can still initiate fee increase requests, and the changes ensure that institutions can continue to provide critical student support services effectively. The bill applies to both community and technical colleges, allowing them to adjust fees in line with tuition increases, with some limitations on fees previously committed to bonded debt repayment.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1485&Year=2025&Initiative=false