SB 5812 Washington Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Investing in the state's paramount duty to fund K-12 education and build strong and safe communities.

SB 5812 aims to increase funding for K-12 education and public safety across Washington state. The bill proposes to increase the levy authority for state and local property tax limits from one percent to three percent, providing more revenue flexibility for local governments and school districts. It also adjusts the school funding formula, including changes to enrichment levies and per-pupil limits, with the intent to ensure equitable funding for all school districts, particularly those in rural or historically underinvested areas.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2026 Last action Jan 12, 2026
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Jan 12, 2026
Introduced
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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Apr 18, 2025
Upper · Passed
Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 9:00 AM.
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Apr 16, 2025
Upper · Passed
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 5:30 PM.
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1 primary · 7 co-sponsors

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