Category Archives: Legislative Priorities

State Superintendent Reykdal Responds to US Health & Human Services Secretary’s Comments About People With Autism

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In a press conference yesterday, US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made several dehumanizing and inaccurate remarks about individuals with autism. Below is Superintendent Reykdal’s statement, as published on the OSPI website. OLYMPIA—April 17, 2025—Secretary Kennedy’s Continue reading State Superintendent Reykdal Responds to US Health & Human Services Secretary’s Comments About People With Autism→

Budget Breakdown & Legislative Countdown — 11 Days Left in Session!

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🏛️ How Washington State Proposes to Fund the Future—And How You Can Stay Involved As the 2025–27 budget takes shape, both the Washington State House and Senate have released their proposed operating budgets—and while they share some common ground, their Continue reading Budget Breakdown & Legislative Countdown — 11 Days Left in Session!→

1st Legislative District Town Hall Recap: A Bold Stand for Education

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On March 24, 2025, the 1st Legislative District telephone town hall drew an extraordinary 1,800 participants—a powerful testament to how deeply our community cares about public education and the future of Washington state. Highlights From the House & Senate Exploring Continue reading 1st Legislative District Town Hall Recap: A Bold Stand for Education→

Submit an Issue, Resolution or Legislative Principle

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Time to Be a Change Champion! Do you have a topic that affects children and youth in our state that you want PTA to advocate for? Now is the time! The submission window for issues, resolutions and legislative principles for Continue reading Submit an Issue, Resolution or Legislative Principle→

LWPTSA Council Presents Your 2025 Legislative Advocacy Power Pack!

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Hello, LWPTSA Advocates! Here’s your go-to toolkit to stay informed and make a meaningful impact this legislative session! Below are the essential resources from our trusted partners, all dedicated to supporting children and families across Washington. 🏛️ WA State Legislature – Continue reading LWPTSA Council Presents Your 2025 Legislative Advocacy Power Pack!→

United for Public Education at the 41st Legislative District Town Hall

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LWPTSA Council’s Recap of the March 22, 2025, Event This past weekend, PTA leaders and school board members from Bellevue, Mercer Island and Lake Washington School Districts stood shoulder to shoulder with Washington State legislators from the 41st Legislative District—Senator Continue reading United for Public Education at the 41st Legislative District Town Hall→

Executive Order Dismantling the US Department of Education: A Severe Threat to Public School Students and Families

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National PTA’s Response ALEXANDRIA, Va., (March 20, 2025)—Today, President Donald Trump signed an executive order with the intention of dismantling the core functions of the U.S. Department of Education. National PTA President Yvonne Johnson issued the following statement on the Continue reading Executive Order Dismantling the US Department of Education: A Severe Threat to Public School Students and Families→