Bill

Teacher & principal programs

Concerning the ongoing review of approved teacher and principal preparation programs.

Sponsors

Senator WellmanPrimary

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

Current status: Effective date 6/11/2026*.

1. Mar 14, 2026
   Effective date 6/11/2026*.
2. Mar 14, 2026
   Chapter 49, 2026 Laws.
3. Mar 14, 2026
   Governor signed.
4. Mar 10, 2026
   Delivered to Governor.
5. Mar 5, 2026
   Speaker signed.
6. Mar 4, 2026
   President signed.
7. Mar 3, 2026
   Third reading, passed; yeas, 86; nays, 7; absent, 0; excused, 5.
8. Feb 14, 2026
   First reading, referred to Education.
9. Feb 12, 2026
   Third reading, passed; yeas, 46; nays, 3; absent, 0; excused, 0.
10. Jan 22, 2026
    First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education.

Hearings