SHB 1570 — Concerning collective bargaining for certain employees who are enrolled in academic programs at public institutions of higher education.

What this bill does

Grants student employees at Central Washington University, Eastern Washington University, Western Washington University, and The Evergreen State College, who are not otherwise covered, the right to collectively bargain.

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 14, 2026
  58 yea · 35 nay · 5 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 4, 2026
  29 yea · 19 nay · 1 not voting

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