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State Board-request bills on the move as session enters final stretch
The Legislature passed its fifth major deadline of session on Tuesday when bills with a fiscal impact needed to be voted out of those committees in order to continue in the legislative process.
Student voices matter
Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity of attending the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Catalyst conference in Kansas City, Mo., representing South Puget Sound Community College. As I reflect on the experience, I find myself deeply moved by the incredible group of student advocates I had the chance to meet a...
Capital budget proposals released, College in the High School heard in House committee work session
The House and Senate released their versions of the 2025-27 capital budget on Monday with the Senate Ways and Means Committee and House Capital Budget Committee hearing testimony on Tuesday. Also this week, Wednesday marked the cutoff deadline for bills from the opposite chamber to be voted out o...
Behind the scenes of student success
A week ago, I sat in a room with the presidents of Washington’s community and technical colleges at the Washington Association of Community and Technical Colleges (WACTC) Board of Presidents meeting.
Operating budget proposals released, federal action effects heard in House higher education committee
Grappling with a projected nearly $16 billion budget shortfall over the next four years, House and Senate budget writers on Monday released their versions of the 2025-27 operating budget and 2025 supplemental budget. Committees heard testimony on the proposals on Tuesday.
To next year’s legislative interns
As my internship at the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges begins comes to an end, I’ve been reflecting on what this experience has taught me. To next year’s legislative interns, I want to share a few things that I wish I knew going in; things that might help you make the most of th...
State Board-requested bills heard in House higher education committee
House and Senate policy committees spent their first full week after the House of Origin cutoff with a mix of hearing testimony on bills and learning more about issues facing higher education in the state. The House Postsecondary Education and Workforce Committee heard all of the State Board-requ...
Education doesn’t expire
Education isn’t just about degrees or career advancement but about learning life lessons, passing down knowledge, and strengthening communities. That’s why Senate Bill 5110 is so important. It’s a step toward recognizing the wisdom and contributions of Tribal elders. Guaranteeing they even have t...
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