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This resolution celebrates Filipino American educators and their significant contributions to education in Washington state. The resolution acknowledges that Senate Bill 5865 established October as Filipino American History Month, and highlights Washington state's large Filipino population of over 185,000 people. It recognizes several notable Filipino American educators, including Dr. Manuel Rustia, Dr. Roy Flores, and others who have made substantial contributions in fields such as K-12 and higher education, nursing, arts, literature, educational administration, and Filipino American Ethnic Studies. The resolution urges citizens of Washington to celebrate Filipino American educators during Filipino American History Month in October 2025 and subsequent years. Additionally, it directs copies of the resolution to be forwarded to key organizations and individuals, including Rey Pascua from CAPAA, the National Office of the Filipino American Historical Society, and the Superintendent of Public Instruction, to ensure widespread recognition of Filipino American educators' achievements and contributions to the state's educational landscape.

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=8635&Year=2025&Initiative=false