Expanding protections for certain students to promote inclusivity in public schools.

 H-1132.1

HOUSE BILL 1855

State of Washington

69th Legislature

2025 Regular Session

By Representatives Zahn, Salahuddin, Reed, Parshley, Pollet, Hill, Ramel, Doglio, and Obras

Read first time 02/05/25. Referred to Committee on Education.

AN ACT Relating to expanding protections for certain students to promote inclusivity in public schools; amending RCW 28A.642.010 ; adding a new section to chapter 28A.642 RCW; and creating a new section.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:

NEW SECTION. Sec. 1. The legislature finds that:

(1) Clear and comprehensive definitions that reflect an evolving understanding of identity can ensure that Washington schools are at the forefront of inclusivity;