The bill amends RCW 28A.225.216 to enhance educational stability for children of military families by clarifying residency requirements for school enrollment. It specifies that a child qualifies for enrollment if a parent is transferred to a military installation within Washington or a bordering state, or if the family is relocating due to a military exigency. The bill requires parents to provide proof of official military orders and documentation of the move, and it extends the timeframe for providing proof of residence from fourteen days to 90 calendar days after enrollment. Additionally, it allows for conditional enrollment applications to be accepted electronically before the family's arrival in the state.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that school districts must facilitate the transfer of records for children with individualized education programs (IEPs) and ensure they receive appropriate services without unreasonable delay. It also clarifies that nonresident school districts are not obligated to provide transportation unless required by state or federal law. Definitions for terms such as "active duty," "child of a military family," and "military installation" are included to ensure consistency throughout the section.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 28A.225.216