Legislative resources

State funding for special education does not reflect the variation in student needs or district spending. There are policy options that could help align funding and spending.

Districts meet state and federal timelines for deciding whether students qualify for special education. Coordinated implementation of six strategies across all school districts could increase inclusion for students receiving special education.

Paid Family and Medical Leave program expenses are likely to continue exceeding revenues in future years. Changes to the rate formula could make the program more stable and promote financial sustainability.

The Department of Health (DOH) does not complete inspections on time, ensure third-party inspections meet state standards, or review medical error reports. This limits its ability to ensure patient safety.

Washington businesses produced two to three times more cannabis than retailers sold in 2023. Inaccurate and incomplete data limits the Liquor and Cannabis Board's capacity for data-driven regulation.

The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) has not analyzed how well key processes serve clients or used best practices to determine case manager staffing levels.

The Office of Privacy and Data Protection (OPDP) meets statutory responsibilities and receives high user satisfaction. However, the Legislature should update OPDP's mandate to align with its capacity and focus.