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WA HB1618
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sam Low
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AI Summary
- Expands Washington's College in the High School dual credit program to include students at state-approved private schools, not just public school students
- Requires state funding for college in the high school courses administered at both public and private secondary schools, funded at $300 per student with maximum rates of $6,000 (state universities), $5,000 (regional universities), or $3,500 (community/technical colleges) per course
- Private schools must enter into local contracts with institutions of higher education and award high school credit to students who successfully complete program courses
- Adds a private school representative organization to the rulemaking process for program administration alongside public education entities
- Students in grades 9-12 at participating private schools can earn both high school and college credit at no cost, with enrollment data reported separately from regular higher education statistics
Legislative Description
Expanding access to college in the high school to private school students.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education1/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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