The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) to enhance the delivery and administration of basic education services to justice-involved students. Key changes include the insertion of language that emphasizes the effective delivery and administration of these services, as well as the improvement of educational outcomes for these students. The bill specifies that the responsibility for these services will transition to the superintendent of public instruction by September 1, 2028, and mandates the development of a timeline and plan to achieve this goal. Additionally, the bill requires the office of the superintendent to consult with relevant organizations and implement recommendations from previous reports to ensure effective service delivery.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the definition of "justice-involved students" as those under the age of 21 who are served through institutional education programs in facilities not under the jurisdiction of the department of social and health services or the department of corrections. It also establishes a requirement for the superintendent to adopt and periodically revise rules to implement these changes. The section detailing these responsibilities is set to expire on June 30, 2028, ensuring that the legislature will revisit the effectiveness of these measures.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 28A.300.040, 28A.300.850, 28A.190.150
Substitute Bill: 28A.300.040, 28A.300.850, 28A.190.150
Bill as Passed Legislature: 28A.300.040, 28A.300.850, 28A.190.150
Session Law: 28A.300.040, 28A.300.850, 28A.190.150