This bill mandates the inclusion of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander history in the public school curriculum in Washington State. It establishes new sections in chapters 28A.655 and 28A.230 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), requiring the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt learning standards for this history by September 1, 2028. The standards will encompass the contributions and historical experiences of these communities, including their roles in civil rights, government, arts, and sciences. Starting in the 2029-30 school year, school districts will be required to provide instruction on these topics in grades K-12, aligning with the state social studies learning standards.

Additionally, the bill creates an advisory committee to assist in the implementation of these learning standards and to support the teaching of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander history. The committee will consist of representatives from various community organizations, state agencies, and educators, ensuring diverse and inclusive representation. The bill also clarifies that it does not supersede existing curricula related to ethnic studies or the John McCoy curriculum, emphasizing that this initiative is supplementary to current educational requirements.