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WA HB2586

WA HB2586
Modifying funding for the passport to careers program and eligibility for the Washington college grant.


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Introduced
01/20/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to modifying funding for the passport to careers 2 program, and permitting students eligible for the passport to careers 3 program to automatically qualify as income-eligible for the purpose 4 of receiving the Washington college grant; amending RCW 28B.76.525 5 and 28B.117.020; and reenacting and amending RCW 28B.92.200. 6

AI Summary

This bill modifies funding for the Passport to Careers program and eligibility for the Washington College Grant. Specifically, it ensures that the Passport to Careers program is included in the state financial aid account, which holds funds for various statewide student financial aid programs. More importantly, it allows students who are eligible for the Passport to Careers program to automatically qualify as income-eligible for the Washington College Grant, a program designed to increase access to postsecondary education for Washington residents by providing financial aid. This change aims to streamline the process and expand opportunities for students pursuing career and technical education.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Referred to Rules 2 Review. (on 02/04/2026)

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