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HB 1827

Concerning the effective delivery and administration of basic education services to justice-involved students.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Callan and 5 co-sponsors

Washington establishes education coordination requirements to ensure justice-involved students maintain academic progress and graduation eligibility across detention, rehabilitation, and school transitions.

Effective date 7/27/2025.
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Bill Summary · HB 1827

Legislative bill overview

HB 1827 establishes requirements for Washington state to improve educational services for students involved in the criminal justice system, including those in detention facilities, juvenile rehabilitation facilities, and alternative education programs. The bill mandates coordination between education and justice agencies to ensure continuity of learning, credits, and graduation pathways for this vulnerable student population.

Why is this important

Justice-involved students face significant barriers to educational continuity when transitioning between facilities or re-entering traditional schools, which contributes to higher dropout rates and reduced post-secondary success. This legislation addresses a documented gap in state oversight and coordination that has historically left these students without adequate academic support, potentially improving their long-term economic outcomes and reducing recidivism.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: School districts and correctional facilities may require substantial new funding and staff training to coordinate services effectively, raising questions about budget allocations during fiscal constraints
  • Facility capacity and resources: Detention and juvenile rehabilitation facilities may lack adequate educational infrastructure, qualified teachers, or technology access to meet newly mandated standards
  • Privacy and data-sharing concerns: Coordinating student records between justice and education systems raises questions about data security, consent, and potential stigmatization of justice-involved students in traditional school settings

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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