Legislation to create a state commission to work with state agencies to develop and implement policies to address the unique needs of the LGBTQ community passed off the Senate floor today on a 34-14 vote.
Sponsored by Sen. Claire Wilson, Senate Bill 5356 would direct the governor to appoint commissioners who present a ...
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Science-based, comprehensive sexuality health education would become a required component of public school curriculums, under legislation passed today by the Senate on a 28-21 vote.
“People call this sex education, but it’s about much more than sex,” said Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), the bill’s sponsor. “It’s about personal health, it’s about important life decisions, it’s ...
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The Senate passed legislation today to better represent the needs of youths and families overseen by the Children, Youth and Families Oversight Board by adding two board seats for people under the age of 25.
“Acknowledging the voice of youth is very important, especially for a board that oversees the health and safety of Washington residents from ...
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Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), a career educator, was sworn into office today and will put her considerable experience to use in her role as Vice Chair of the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee.
“We want Washington scholars to succeed and thrive in our education system, but the truth is not all scholars ...
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