Washington HB1894 mandates public school instruction on tribal sovereignty and federally recognized Indian tribes.

HB1894 requires the Office of Native Education to assist school districts in identifying and collaborating with federally recognized Indian tribes to incorporate curricula about tribal history, culture, and sovereignty. School districts must include these curricular requirements by September 1, 2026. The Office of Native Education will also report on recommendations for compensating tribes for their expertise and collaboration. The bill mandates annual monitoring and evaluation of school district compliance with these requirements.

Washington HB1894 mandates public school instruction on tribal sovereignty and federally recognized Indian tribes.

HB1894 requires the Office of Native Education to assist school districts in identifying and collaborating with federally recognized Indian tribes to incorporate curricula about tribal history, culture, and sovereignty. School districts must include these curricular requirements by September 1, 2026. The Office of Native Education will also report on recommendations for compensating tribes for their expertise and collaboration. The bill mandates annual monitoring and evaluation of school district compliance with these requirements.