IntroducedFiled Jan 22, 2026
Sponsor: Pollet
Latest Action
Public hearing in the House Committee on Postsecondary Education & Workforce at 1:30 PM.
Feb 25, 2026
Summary
The legislation repeals the current method that shifts most tuition revenue to cover faculty and staff compensation, restoring full state funding for those costs. It also directs the Washington State Institute for Public Policy to define standards for key student services and report its findings by Dec. 1, 2026. The goal is to improve financial stability for colleges, protect faculty positions, and ensure students receive needed academic and wellness support.
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