3SHB 1228 — Building a multilingual, multiliterate Washington through dual and tribal language education.

What this bill does

Establishes, subject to available funding, grant programs for establishing or expanding dual language education programs and tribal language education programs. Requires provision of supports in service of American Indian and Alaska Native students. Establishes multilingual skill bonuses for certificated instructional staff and paraeducators. Makes changes to requirements related to the seal of biliteracy and the Transitional Bilingual Instruction Program.

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 12, 2024
  90 yea · 0 nay · 8 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 28, 2024
  49 yea · 0 nay

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