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WA HB1134

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Steve Bergquist

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a voluntary Washington State Green Schools Program within the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to promote waste reduction, energy reduction, water conservation, urban forestry education, and environmental preservation in public schools

  • Creates student education and leadership opportunities in resource conservation, with curriculum aligned to state science and environmental sustainability standards

  • Provides stipend funding of up to $600 per school per year for school-based advisors who assist students in implementing conservation practices

  • Prioritizes stipend awards to schools where more than 50% of students qualify for free and reduced-price meals

  • Applies to school districts, charter schools, and state-tribal education compact schools, with funding intended to come from Climate Commitment Act revenues

Legislative Description

Promoting resource conservation practices in public schools.

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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