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Rep . Vandana Slatter , D-Bellevue , chairs the House Postsecondary Education & Workforce Committee .
sponsor : Rep . Dave Paul , D-Oak Harbor
The bill will subsidize fees for low-income students in the Running Start and College in the High School programs , and also create a permanent Running Start summer program . Out-of-pocket expenses get in the way of students participating in dualcredit programs , which allow students to earn college credit or pursue work-based training while completing their high school degrees . ` The House approved the bill 60-36 and the Senate 47-2 .
HB 1003 dual credit program access
Failed / AWB Supported sponsor : Rep . Drew Stokesbary , R-Auburn
Rep . Stokesbary ’ s bill also aimed to expand dual credit program access but had several differences from Rep . Paul ’ s bill . The bill moved out of the House Committee on Education and then stalled .
HB 1146 dual credit program notice
Failed / AWB Supported sponsor : Rep . Dave Paul , D-Oak Harbor
The bill would have required school districts to inform all high-school students and parents about dual credit programs and financial assistance . The bill unanimously passed the House but was not brought to the Senate floor for a vote .
SB 5048 college in high school fees
Passed / AWB Supported sponsor : Sen . Mark Mullet , D-Issaquah
This bill eliminates fees for the College in the High School program , helping expand access to dual credit programs . The legislation passed both chambers unanimously .
HB 1658 work experience / h . s . credit
Passed / AWB Supported sponsor : Rep . Clyde Shavers , D-Oak Harbor
The bill will provide high school students up to two elective credits for paid work experience . There are many students who must work to support their families , and others who wish to gain professional experience but can ’ t due to rigorous academic schedules . This bill will encourage students to explore job opportunities while helping them graduate on time .
Bill considered as part of AWB ’ s voting record
Favorable outcome for Washington businesses
Missed Opportunities
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