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WA SB5857
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Schoesler
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AI Summary
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School districts must select architectural and engineering consultants following chapter 39.80 RCW and negotiate contracts at fair and reasonable prices based on project scope and complexity
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State maximum allowable costs for architectural and engineering services must be calculated using the American Institute of Architects' Handbook of Professional Practice as a percentage of construction cost
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New construction state funding assistance ranges from 5.0% for projects under 3,700 square feet down to 3.0% for projects 183,500 square feet and above, with larger projects receiving lower percentage rates
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Modernization projects receive state funding assistance at 1.5 times the rate calculated for new construction projects
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Combined new construction and modernization projects must have state participation limits prorated between the two rate schedules
Legislative Description
Concerning architectural and engineering fee funding assistance limits for school district construction and modernization projects.
Last Action
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 4:00 PM.
1/22/2026