Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
This bill is a commemorative resolution that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, a federal law ensuring students with disabilities receive appropriate public education. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves to honor the law's impact and encourage public recognition of its contributions. The resolution acknowledges the role of families, educators, and advocates in supporting students with disabilities across Washington state. It expresses the legislature's commitment to maintaining equitable educational practices and inclusive opportunities for all learners.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 2, 2026
Last action Mar 2, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted.
lower
Mar 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced.
lower
1 primary · 24 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Sharon Tomiko Santos
DDemocratic
Co
Adison Richards
DDemocratic
Co
Alex Ybarra
RRepublican
Co
Andrew Engell
RRepublican
Co
Brianna Thomas
DDemocratic
Co
Chris Stearns
DDemocratic
Co
Cindy Ryu
DDemocratic
Co
Dave Paul
DDemocratic
Co
Dave Stuebe
RRepublican
Co
Davina Duerr
DDemocratic
Co
Greg Nance
DDemocratic
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