WA SB6299

Bill

WA SB6299

Concerning artificial intelligence and instructional staff.

Introduced
01/23/2026

In Committee
01/23/2026

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to artificial intelligence and instructional 2 staff; and adding a new section to chapter 28A.400 RCW. 3

AI Summary

This bill adds a new section to Washington state law, specifically chapter 28A.400 RCW, which deals with educational matters. The key provision states that artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to support or improve teaching and learning, but it explicitly prohibits AI from being used as a substitute for human teachers, referred to as "certificated instructional staff," or for "paraeducators," who are educational assistants. In essence, the bill allows AI to be a tool for educators but ensures that human educators remain indispensable.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (5)

Jim McCune (R)*, Perry Dozier (R), Phil Fortunato (R), Nikki Torres (R), Jeff Wilson (R),

Last Action

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. (on 01/23/2026)

Official Document

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6299&Year=2025&Initiative=false

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6299&Year=2025&Initiative=false
BillText	https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/6299.pdf

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