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.
11. What is an Amendment?
Learn what amendments are and how changes like strikers and substitutes shape bills in Washington State.
Discussion Questions
The Governor
Learn the role of Washington State’s Governor and how the office leads, implements laws, and works across government.
Lesson Plan
Discussion Questions
The pursuit of perfection can kill legislation.
Learn why compromise is essential in the legislative process and how perfection can stop bills from passing.
Public Space Regulations & Homeless Rights (2026)
Explore policies on homelessness, public spaces, and rights of unhoused individuals in Washington State.
Discussion Questions
Unit
Early Learning & Human Services
Explore human services policy debates in Washington State during the 2026 legislative session.
Lesson Plan
Multiple Videos
Superior Court – WA Courts
Learn how Superior Courts handle major criminal and civil cases in Washington State’s judicial system.
Discussion Questions
Emergency Response Systems (2025)
Explore school safety and emergency response systems in Washington State and how lawmakers address student protection.
Discussion Questions
9. Rules Committee
Learn how the Rules Committee controls which bills reach the floor in Washington State’s legislative process.
Discussion Questions
Electric Vehicle Battery Recycling (2025)
Explore EV battery recycling in Washington State and how lawmakers address environmental and energy policy challenges.
Discussion Questions
What is a lobbyist?
Learn what lobbyists do and how they work with lawmakers during the legislative process.
The Lieutenant Governor
Learn the role of Washington State’s Lieutenant Governor and how this office fits within the executive branch.
Lesson Plan
Unit
Higher Education & Workforce Development (2025)
Explore higher education and workforce policy debates in Washington State during the 2025 legislative session.
Lesson Plan
Multiple Videos
Unit
Environment & Energy (House 2025)
Learn about committee leadership and where the two parties stand on three important policies regarding the environment and energy.
Lesson Plan
Multiple Videos
Unit
Legislative Actions of Washington State
In this curriculum, students learn not only how legislation is passed in Washington State but also how they can be involved and engage in it
Lesson Plan
Multiple Videos
Elections: What’s at Stake
Review the 2024 state of Washington races post the August Primary Election, and pre the November Election, to understand election dynamics.
Lesson Plan
Discussion Questions
AG Request Legislation – Tech For Teens
Learn how Attorney General request legislation works and how laws are enforced to protect consumers in Washington State.
Discussion Questions
NTIB – Necessary To Implement the Budget
Learn what NTIB bills are and why some Washington State legislation can bypass standard cutoff deadlines.
Discussion Questions
Forest Protections (2025)
House Page, Mattilyne Dhane, asks House Environment & Energy Committee leadership about steps being considered to protect against deforest..
Discussion Questions
More Than Their Crimes: Reforming Juvenile Justice in Washington State
Explore juvenile justice reform in Washington State and youth voices behind SB 6160 at Green Hill School.
Discussion Questions
Environmental Sustainability & Cost of Housing (2025)
Explore how Washington State balances housing affordability with environmental sustainability goals.
Discussion Questions
Opening Ceremonies
Washington’s 2025 legislative opening ceremonies, including swearing-in, Gov. Inslee’s final address, and Gov. Ferguson’s inaugural.
Lesson Plan
Data Center Benefits vs Impacts (2026)
Explore how Washington State balances data center growth with environmental impacts and energy demands.
Discussion Questions
How are Parenting Plans Decided? – Questions To The Court
Learn how parenting plans are decided in Washington State and what judges consider in family court cases.
Discussion Questions
ICE Enforcement & Face Coverings (2026)
Explore ICE enforcement, face covering laws, and debates over safety, accountability, and public trust in Washington State.
Discussion Questions
The Rules Committee
Learn how the Rules Committee decides which bills reach the floor in Washington State’s legislative process.
Discussion Questions
Reading the Bill and the Bill Report
Learn how to read bills and bill reports in Washington State, including revisions, summaries, and key legislative details.
The Budgetary Process
Learn how Washington State creates its budget and how lawmakers and the governor work together to fund public services.
Discussion Questions
The Difference Between Criminal Vs. Civil? – Questions To The Court
Explore the difference between criminal and civil cases and how Washington State courts handle each.
Increasing Available Mental Healthcare (2026)
Explore how Washington State addresses mental healthcare access, including provider shortages and youth services.
Discussion Questions
Who actually writes the bills?
Learn who writes bills in Washington State and the role legislative staff play in drafting laws and amendments.
Insurance Age Gap (2025)
Explore healthcare funding in Washington State and how federal and state roles impact coverage and affordability.
Discussion Questions
Documentary
WA Republican State Convention
Explore and influence of party conventions, how they are structured, and the role of delegates in shaping the electoral process.
Lesson Plan
17. Concurrence & Dispute
Learn how concurrence and dispute resolve bill differences between chambers in Washington State.
Discussion Questions
18. Final Step: The Governor’s Desk
Learn what happens at the governor’s desk and how bills are signed, vetoed, or become law in Washington State.
Discussion Questions
What is a Companion Bill?
Learn what companion bills are and how they move through the Washington State legislative process.