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Reykdal seeks $2b for WA public schools

Saturday, September 12, 2026

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Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal has requested a $2 billion infusion for public schools in the upcoming state budget.

Reykdal stated that the state is backsliding on its commitment to provide adequate funding for basic education for Washington's 1 million students. The request comes as the state legislature prepares to draft the next budget cycle.

The source does not specify what happens next in the budget process, but the request will be considered by the Washington State Legislature during the upcoming budget session.

📄 Source: Bellevue Reporter — News — https://www.bellevuereporter.com/category/news/

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Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal has requested a $2 billion infusion for public schools“Reykdal seeks $2b infusion for WA public schools in next budget — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:18:00 +0000 The state schools chief says Washington is backsliding on its commitment to provide ample funding for basic education for its 1 million students.”
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The request comes as the state legislature prepares to draft the next budget cycleNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The source does not specify what happens next in the budget processNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The request will be considered by the Washington State Legislature during the upcoming budget sessionNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.