Washington HB2262 mandates civics education in public schools, focusing on signature production and ballot rejection rates.

Washington HB2262 requires the Secretary of State to conduct a statewide survey on ballot rejection rates and reasons, comparing county and statewide averages. The survey results must be analyzed and compared with national data, and recommendations for minimizing rejections must be provided. The bill also mandates that high school students receive instruction in producing a legible, repeatable official cursive signature. This instruction is intended to help students participate in the democratic process and legal and economic life of the state.

Washington HB2262 mandates civics education in public schools, focusing on signature production and ballot rejection rates.

Washington HB2262 requires the Secretary of State to conduct a statewide survey on ballot rejection rates and reasons, comparing county and statewide averages. The survey results must be analyzed and compared with national data, and recommendations for minimizing rejections must be provided. The bill also mandates that high school students receive instruction in producing a legible, repeatable official cursive signature. This instruction is intended to help students participate in the democratic process and legal and economic life of the state.