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SB 6116

Concerning the organization of interscholastic athletics.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Phil Fortunato and 1 co-sponsor

SB 6116 reorganizes Washington's interscholastic athletics governance structure, affecting how state high school sports programs are administered and overseen.

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education.
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Bill Summary · SB 6116

Legislative bill overview

SB 6116 addresses the organizational structure and governance of interscholastic athletics in Washington state. The bill was introduced in January 2024 and referred to the Early Learning & K-12 Education committee, but specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed in available records.

Why this is important

Interscholastic athletics affect hundreds of thousands of students across Washington and influence school budgets, student health, equity in educational opportunities, and athletic program administration. How athletics are organized directly impacts student participation rates, Title IX compliance, coaching standards, and competitive fairness across school districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Governance structure: Proposed changes to how athletic associations or state organizations oversee high school sports could shift power between schools, districts, and state-level bodies
  • Equity and access: Reforms might affect funding mechanisms, participation opportunities, or competitive divisions in ways that benefit or disadvantage certain districts or student populations
  • Administrative burden: Organizational changes could impose new compliance requirements or costs on schools already managing tight budgets

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

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