The proposed bill establishes the "Supporting Our Early Education Degree Seekers Scholarship," aimed at providing financial assistance to students pursuing early childhood education degrees or certificates. The scholarship will offer up to 90 credits of tuition-free education at community or technical colleges, starting in the 2027-28 academic year. To qualify, students must meet specific income criteria, be enrolled part-time in eligible programs, and commit to working in early learning centers for at least two years after graduation. The bill also outlines the creation of an "early education scholarship account," which will receive $10 million annually from the Washington advanced college tuition payment program account, with a portion allocated for administrative costs.

Additionally, the bill mandates a study by the student achievement council in collaboration with the state board for community and technical colleges to assess the scholarship's sustainability and its impact on enrollment, completion rates, and student services. The findings from this study are to be reported to the legislature by October 18, 2029, with the study's provisions expiring on December 1, 2029. The legislation aims to address staffing shortages in licensed child care and improve access to quality early childhood education by incentivizing individuals to enter the field.