Bill

Early literacy programs

Transferring early literacy programs from the department of children, youth, and families to the office of the superintendent of public instruction.

Sponsors

Senator WilsonPrimary

Senator DhingraSecondarySenator FrameSecondarySenator NoblesSecondarySenator ShewmakeSecondarySenator WellmanSecondary

Official bill summary on app.leg.wa.gov →

Current status: By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.

1. Feb 17, 2026
   First reading, referred to Education.
2. Feb 16, 2026
   Third reading, passed; yeas, 32; nays, 17; absent, 0; excused, 0.
3. Jan 12, 2026
   First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education.