Policymaking – The Art of 3-Dimensional Chess.
Explore how policymaking works through strategy, procedure, and relationships in the legislative process.
What is the Rules Committee?
Learn how the Rules Committee controls which bills advance in the Washington State legislative process.
What Does The Judicial Branch Do? – Questions To The Court
Explore what the judicial branch does and how judges interpret laws in Washington State.
11. What is an Amendment?
Learn what amendments are and how changes like strikers and substitutes shape bills in Washington State.
Discussion Questions
Jurisdiction, mandates, politics and policy.
Explore the tension between politics and policy in the legislative process and how mandates shape decision-making.
How to Find Videos on TVW.org
Learn how to search for Washington State legislative videos on TVW.org and find bill hearings step by step.
SERIES
Leg.wa.gov Navigator
These handy explainer videos will help you navigate Washington state's legislative website - leg.wa.gov
Multiple Videos
Kratom Regulation (2026)
Explore kratom regulation in Washington State and how lawmakers address emerging substances and consumer safety.
Discussion Questions
To Concur or Not Concur?
Learn what concurrence means and how lawmakers resolve bill differences in the legislative process.
What Is The Most Powerful Branch? – Questions To The Court
Explore which branch of government is most powerful and how checks and balances work in Washington State.
Early Learning Access (2025)
Explore special education funding in Washington State and hear different perspectives on equitable resource allocation.
Discussion Questions
How to Become a Precinct Committee Officer
How to become a Precinct Committee Officer - There are many vacancies and you are needed!
What is a Precinct Committee Officer?
Learn how Precinct Committee Officers play a part in party business at every level of our democracy.
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State Government & Tribal Relations
Explore tribal relations and state government policy debates in Washington State during the 2025 legislative session.
Lesson Plan
Multiple Videos
Growth Management Act & Infrastructure (2025)
Explore the Growth Management Act and how Washington State plans infrastructure for growing urban populations.
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Documentary
Washington State Supreme Justice Documentary
Explore Washington’s Supreme Court through the landmark Gardner v. Loomis case in this Emmy-winning documentary.
Fishing Rights (2025)
Explore tribal fishing rights in Washington State and how lawmakers address allocation, treaties, and natural resources.
Discussion Questions
Superior Court – WA Courts
Learn how Superior Courts handle major criminal and civil cases in Washington State’s judicial system.
Discussion Questions
Washington’s Legislative Branch
This legacy video explains: How does Washington State’s legislative branch function? And how does it differ from the U.S. Congress.
Discussion Questions
Teen Nicotine Use (2026)
Explore teen nicotine use in Washington State and how lawmakers regulate e-cigarettes and youth access.
Discussion Questions
Redistricting in Washington State
Examine legislative redistricting in Washington State and how the bipartisan redistricting committee works and the power of court challege.
Lesson Plan
Discussion Questions
SB/HB/SSB/2SSB/2SHB/E2SSB/E2SHB Explained.
Learn what bill labels like SB, HB, SSB, and E2SHB mean in the Washington State legislative process.
The 3 Budgets explained.
Learn how Washington State’s three budgets are negotiated and combined into a final biennial budget.
Washington Capitol Press Corps
Discover how Washington’s Capital Press Corps informs the public, covers state government, and strengthens democracy.
Discussion Questions
Precinct Committee Officer Privileges and Responsibilities
Chirag, a PCO himself, explains some of the impactful responsibilities of a PCO, like nominating political candidates for elected offices.
Time Management – Tech For Teens
Learn how time management, floor strategy, and party priorities shape which Washington State bills get a final vote.
Discussion Questions
The Code Reviser
Explore the Code Reviser’s role in Washington State and how bills are drafted, reviewed, and prepared for the legislative process.
Discussion Questions
State Treasurer
Learn the role of Washington State’s Treasurer and how the office manages finances and ensures fiscal responsibility.
Lesson Plan
Sustainable Agriculture Policies (2025)
Explore sustainable agriculture policies in Washington State and their economic and environmental impacts.
Discussion Questions
Amendments Happen – Tech For Teens
Learn how amendments shape bills in Washington State and how changes are made before a full chamber vote.
Discussion Questions
1. Introducing Mike Hoover: Your Soon to Be Favorite Parliamentarian
Meet Parliamentarian Mike Hoover and learn the basics of the legislative process with a simple, clear introduction to how laws work.
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Floor Debate – Tech For Teens
See how tech bills for teens fared in Washington State floor debates and why some passed while others failed.
Lesson Plan
Discussion Questions
Affordability & Quality (2025)
Explore healthcare affordability and quality in Washington State and hear perspectives on improving access and care.
Discussion Questions
Addressing Shortages with New Technologies (2026)
Explore how Washington State uses new technologies to address housing shortages and expand supply.
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14. The Floor: What is Caucus?
Learn what a caucus is and how lawmakers negotiate and prepare bills behind the scenes in Washington State.
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The State Budget(s)
Learn about Washington State’s three budgets—Operating, Capital, and Transportation—and how they reflect government priorities.
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