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HB 2538·WA·house

Increasing pay equity for part-time faculty.

IntroducedFiled Jan 16, 2026
Sponsor: Pollet
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First reading, referred to Postsecondary Education & Workforce.

Jan 16, 2026

Summary

The bill directs community and technical colleges to create pay‑equity plans that increase part‑time and adjunct faculty salaries to 75% of comparable full‑time pay in 2028‑29, 80% in 2029‑30, and 85% in 2030‑31. It also mandates reporting on progress, including demographic data, to the governor and legislative higher‑education committees. The goal is to reduce wage gaps, improve faculty stability, and enhance student outcomes.

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