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Learn about the history and function of the Washington State Constitution. Professor Hugh Spitzer discusses the ways in which the WA Constitution reflects the special concerns of its framers and the aspects that make it unique among state constitutions.

Discussion questions:
- When was the Washington State Constitution created, and why?
- Who were the framers of the WA Constitution?
- According to Professor Spitzer, what were the “special concerns” of the framers of the WA Constitution? How were these concerns reflected in the WA State Constitution?
- What does Professor Spitzer say are the two main purposes of the WA State Constitution?
- Describe some of the differences between the WA State Constitution and the U.S. Constitution.
- Why are there nine independently-elected officials in WA’s executive branch? List these officials.
- Why does the WA Constitution limit legislation to a single topic? How does this provision reflect the concerns of the framers?
- According to Professor Spitzer, what provision makes WA’s Constitution unique among state constitutions?
- How has the WA Constitution changed over time?

Resources:
- The WA Constitution at the Washington State Archives: http://www.sos.wa.gov/legacy/constitution.aspx

- Download a copy of “The State We’re In: Washington” from the League of Women Voters of Washington: https://lwvwa.org/the-state-we-are-in

I went to bed in one district, and woke up in another! Help your students understand how legislative districts work in WA.

📣 Get easy to use Washington State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

2024 is an election year! Do you know who will be on your ballot? Every 10 years, our legislative and congressional district lines are redrawn and thus your district may have changed since the last presidential election. However, due to a legal challenge to the redistricting done after the 2020 census, 13 legislative districts changed as of the first week in April 2024. Don’t be surprised when your primary ballot comes in July! Check this map below to see if you are one of the 300,000 people who have new legislators representing them!

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📚Voting: Impact of Redistricting Lesson plan: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15JOxSZINAfy3PdV33zylSxkGMuORDCvu8Dy1C3VSExw/edit#heading=h.nj23sjpj5u97

💡News Article: Redistricting Map https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/03/heres-how-washingtons-legislative-districts-will-change-for-this-years-elections/

🎬 Watch This Next: Precinct Committee Officer
https://youtu.be/3UtOorj4RJ8?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out The Elections Explained Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBWucX8iFppclH0-m45HDcn&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://teachwithtvw.wpenginepowered.com/on-the-issues/
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDiW4MWHmyTpjs3ZkvGfgo9&feature=shared

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What this video is about:
In this video, Teacher Corey Paulson explains the challenges of the Washington state 2024 redistricting maps, and explains how and why legislative district lines are redrawn every 10 years based on the census. Students will learn how this impacts voter enfranchisement, or disenfranchisement, and voter’s choices of State Senators and Representatives.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

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Debates between candidates have become an integral part of the election cycle. While millions of people tune in for the Presidential debates, the same cannot be said for the Statewide races, despite the fact that these debates are occurring and are televised or streamed so the electorate can be more informed.

🎬 Watch the Whole Elections Explained Series - With Lesson Plans: https://teachwithtvw.org/elections-explained/

In this video, Teach with TVW talks with veteran journalist, Joyce Taylor, about her role as a moderator for the King 5 Governor's Debate. Additionally, we spoke with 11th grade journalist, Kellyanna Brooking, about how she prepared to moderate the debate for the Superintendent of Public Instruction. In these discussions, viewers learn why debates are important, what the role of the media is in a debate, and about the importance of context when watching clips of longer debates.

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📚 Lesson Plan: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1P_kvD_DE1nE1oAO3DH7tOaX57D5iNz6smWfGmhekjmM/edit?usp=sharing
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💡News Article: https://www.king5.com/article/news/politics/elections/washington-gubernatorial-debate-candidates-bob-ferguson-dave-reichert-top-issues/281-cbb846b3-fe4d-446c-ad92-f5f77935dc3a

💡Student Written News Article://cougarchronicle.org/news/2024/10/09/overview-of-the-reykdal-olson-washington-superintendent-of-public-instruction-debate/

🎬 Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/YDwxhSUEj_I?feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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00:00 - 00:54 Introduction
00:55 - 03:28 Importance of Debates
03:29 - 04:44 Media's Role in a Debate
04:45 - 06:35 Importance of Context

What this video is about:
This video talks about the importance of watching candidates debate one another about issues.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#waleg #teachwithtvw #CapitolClassroom #CONNECTS #civics101 #legislativenavigator #ontheissues #electionsexplained #debates #washingtonstateelections #gubernatorialdebate #ospi #elections2024 #vote #voter #votewashington #king5 #debatecoalition

- - - University of Washington Professor Matt McGarrity teaches the debate technique known as "flowing" and emphasizes to voters the importance of taking notes when watching televised debates.

Discussion Topics:
- How are televised debates typically framed and how might that be misleading?
- What are you missing as a voter, when the media summarizes a debate?
- Why do you benefit from watching the whole debate?
- What is the purpose of taking notes while watching a debate?
- How does following the ‘Flow’ of a debate help?
- What does capturing the ‘Claims’ and tracking the ‘Clash’ help you understand?
- What do commentators and pundits focus on?
- How does watching the entire debate help you as a citizen and voter?

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.
www.teachwithtvw.org

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🎬 Check Out The Elections Explained Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBWucX8iFppclH0-m45HDcn&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://teachwithtvw.wpenginepowered.com/on-the-issues/
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDiW4MWHmyTpjs3ZkvGfgo9&feature=shared

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Washington’s Top Two Primary: how does it really work? How impactful is your vote in the Primary Election? Learn how much your vote really counts in this primary election where 654 offices are up for election, including Statewide officials like Governor and Attorney General.

🎬 Watch The Whole Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBWucX8iFppclH0-m45HDcn

📚 Get easy to use WA State Civics Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

📚 Lesson Plan for the Top Two Primary: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1irN-7JFY709EWC05y7l0g1Zjd0x4-HyY2y8dgAvQqws/edit?usp=sharing

Ballots are arriving in your mailbox for the August Primary. In total, there are 654 offices up for election and 94 local measures. In this primary election, the 4.8 million registered voters will be narrowing the choices in all 98 State House races and in the 9 Statewide Elected races. Only the TOP TWO vote getters in each race (regardless of party) will appear on the General Election ballot in November.

📣 Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

0:00 Introduction: Why is there a primary?
0:54 Top Two: Why vote?
1:37 The Blanket Primary
2:39 Political parties and the blanket primary
3:15 Blanket is unconstitutional
3:51 Montana Style Primary
4:33 Initiative
6:20 Benefits of Top Two
7:35 Negative Partisanship
9:00 Concerns of Top Two
9:48 Hypothetical Scenarios
12:15 Voters
12:58 Closing: Empowerment

What this video is about:
It has been almost 20 years since Washington State adopted the Top Two Primary. And, we are one of only four other states in the nation that conduct our primary elections in this manner. So, how did this primary system come to be, how does it work, and what does it mean for your vote in the August Primary Election? In this 13 minute video, learn how much your vote really counts, about the history of the primary, the political machinations behind the scenes, and how to use this information to make an informed decision.
Got more questions about Elections? Teach with TVW is here to explain it all in our Elections Explained series.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#waleg #teachwithtvw #CapitolClassroom #CONNECTS #civics101 #legislativenavigator #ontheissues #electionsexplained #elections #voting #toptwoprimary #primaryelection #wademocrats #warepublicans #civiceducation #youth #civics

Learn how voting works in Washington State. WA Secretary of State Kim Wyman discusses the history of the voting process, how the system currently works in Washington, and the challenges elections officials face in our state.

Discussion questions:
- Who was Emma Smith Devoe? What role did she play in Washington voting rights?
- What is an initiative? What are the two types of initiatives?
- Explain the referendum process in Washington State.
- What requirements must be met in order to vote in Washington?
- Describe the 4-year voting cycle and the changes in voter participation, as described by Secretary of State Wyman.
- What does the information graphic say about youth voter participation in 2010?
- What reasons have voters given for not voting? Do you think these are good reasons for not voting? Why or why not?
- According to Secretary of State Wyman, how can voting make a difference in our state?
Resources:
- Washington Secretary of State’s Website: http://www.sos.wa.gov/

- League of Women Voters of Washington – Download a free copy of “The State We’re In: Washington”: https://lwvwa.org/the-state-we-are-in

Initiatives have been a part of our democratic system in Washington State for over 100 years, when the Progressive Era ushered in a new era of direct democracy. The initiative process allows Washingtonians to directly propose new legislation that will go on the ballot for voters to support or reject.

🎬 Watch the Whole Elections Explained Series - With Lesson Plans: https://teachwithtvw.org/elections-explained/

In this video, you will hear about the benefits and potential pitfalls of the initiative process from University of Washington professor Hugh Spitzer. Professor Spitzer, who specializes in Washington State Constitutional Law, shares the history of the initiative process as well as his belief in the sophistication of the Washington voter.

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📚 LESSON PLAN: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pyeuuf-WROWlTGXQ60KbgL5O0m0quyfD_fplsY51mqM/edit?usp=sharing
Discussion Questions:
1. What are the benefits of an initiative?
2. Why was the initiative process instituted?
3. What are the differences between an Initiative to the Legislature and an Initiative to the People?
4. Why do you think the legislature cannot change an initiative for 2 years?
5. Why are there set guidelines for the initiative process?
6. Why do you think the AG writes the ballot title?
7. What is the benefit of the Financial Impact Statement?
8. What three details should the voter be aware of when casting their ballot?
9. How does the initiative process highlight the difference between representative and direct democracy?
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💡Washington Standard's Voters' Guide: https://washingtonstatestandard.com/voter-guide/2024-general-election/

🎬 Watch the Video Voters Guide for the Initiatives: https://tvw.org/video-voters-guide/

🎬 Watch Teach with TVW's video on Election Integrity: https://youtu.be/2VgkNNT3OxU

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

00:00 - 01:09 Benefits of the initiative
01:10 - 01:36 History of the initiative
01:37 - 02:06 Representative Democracy
02:07 - 02:54 PDC
02:55 - 03:41 Initiative to the Legislature
03:42 - 04:03 Initiative to the People
04:04 - 04:37 Benefits of the initiative
04:38 - 05:47 Ballot Titles
05:48 - 06:16 Financial Impact Statement
06:17 - 07:02 Who wrote it?
07:03 - 07:27 How is it written?
07:28 - 08:00 Has there been debate?
08:01 - 08:19 Representative vs. Direct Democracy
8:20 - 08:59 Sophistication of voters

What this video is about:
This video discusses the positives and negatives of representative and direct democracy, using the initiative process as an example.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#waleg #teachwithtvw #CapitolClassroom #CONNECTS #civics101 #legislativenavigator #ontheissues #electionsexplained #vote #voters #initiatives #elections2024 #socialstudies

TVW presents "How Does it Work? A Citizen's Guide to Democracy." Featuring interviews with campaign consultants and a former state senator, this episode looks at the nuts and bolts of political campaigns.

Discussion Topics:
- Why do people run for office?
- How does one file to run for office?
- When running for office, why is knocking on doors and getting out to talk to people so important?
- Why is raising money so important?
- How do candidates connect with voters?
- Why is it important to have thick skin when running for office?
- Why is it hard to get people to run for office?

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.
www.teachwithtvw.org

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🎬 Check Out The Elections Explained Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBWucX8iFppclH0-m45HDcn&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://teachwithtvw.wpenginepowered.com/on-the-issues/
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDiW4MWHmyTpjs3ZkvGfgo9&feature=shared

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Teach With TVW takes to the road to learn what state party conventions are all about. In April of 2024, the Washington State Republican Party, chaired by State Representative Jim Walsh, hosted their State Convention in Spokane. Understand the reasoning behind endorsements, hear interviews with delegates, and see for yourself how it all unfolded.

📚 Lesson Plan:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mh1e1i2vBt115cmjWx9Cdb8s6382nW5RVCIwKJgzwoI/edit#heading=h.nj23sjpj5u97

To watch the whole three day convention, go to www.tvw.org

📣 View the whole Elections Explained Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBWucX8iFppclH0-m45HDcn

Throughout the Election Season, candidates will share with voters who has endorsed their campaign. But how do candidates get those precious endorsements? How do endorsements benefit the candidate? What do endorsements mean to the voter? Teach with TVW is here to explain it all in our Elections Explained series. Throughout this Election Season, we will produce and share videos that break down all the intricacies and nuances of how elections really work in Washington State.

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers:
https://teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/
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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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What this video is about:
This video explains the process of endorsement from the Washington State Labor Council endorse candidates in Washington State.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#waleg #teachwithtvw #CapitolClassroom #CONNECTS #civics101 #legislativenavigator #ontheissues #electionsexplained
# #WAGOP #WAConvention #wagovernor #PartyPlatform #waelection #wadelegates #wavoters #wagov #civics101 #socialstudies #civicengagement #civics

How does Washington State's legislative branch function? And how does it differ from the U.S. Congress.

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

Discussion Questions:
❓When does the Washington State Legislature meet? How is this different from the U.S. Congress?
❓What are the requirements to be a legislator in WA?
❓How many Senators and Representatives make up the WA Legislature?
❓What are two primary responsibilities of the WA Legislature? What are some other important responsibilities?
❓What is a legislative “biennium”? What is the difference between a “long session” and “short session”?
❓What are “special sessions”? Who calls them and how long do they last?
❓What is Sine Die?

🎬 Watch This Next:
https://youtu.be/1RuJdppny-s?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Legislative Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

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Other Resources:
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📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

🔎The Washington State Legislature’s homepage: http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/home.aspx

🔎Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================

🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how Washington state’s Legislature differs from Congress and how it is structured to ensure access to representation and check and balances in the policy making process..

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

How does a bill become a law in Washington? And how does it differ from the U.S. Congress?

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

Discussion Questions:
❓Where do the ideas for bills come from? Who can draft a bill in WA? Who can introduce a bill?
❓Can bills in WA have more than one subject? Why or why not?
❓What are four things that can happen to a bill during a committee’s executive session?
❓What is a fiscal note and how does it affect the legislative process?
❓What happens if the governor refuses to sign a bill?
❓Why is it difficult to pass legislation in Washington state? What are some of the ways in which a bill can “die” in the process?

🔎How a Bill Becomes a Law: http://www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/Pages/Bill2Law.aspx

🔎Overview of the Legislative Process: http://www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/Pages/Overview.aspx

🎬Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

🎬 Watch This Next:
https://youtu.be/1RuJdppny-s?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Legislative Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

=================
Other Resources:
=================

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

🔎The Washington State Legislature’s homepage: http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/home.aspx

🔎Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================

🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how a bill becomes a law in Washington State and some key differences in the legislative process on the state and federal levels.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What is the function of committees in the Washington State Legislature?

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

Discussion Questions:
❓What is a legislative committee?
❓When and where do legislative committees in WA usually meet?
❓Why is it important which committee a bill is assigned to?
❓What is the difference between a policy committee and a fiscal committee?
What is a committee chair and how are they chosen? Do they have an impact on the legislative agenda? Why or why not?
❓Why is it difficult to pass legislation in Washington state? What are some of the ways in which a bill can “die” in the process?
❓What are the three types of committee meetings?
❓What are the four types of action a committee may take during executive session?
❓What is the Rules Committee and what role does it play in the legislative process?
❓What are some ways a bill can “die” in committee?

🔎Washington State Legislative Committees: : http://www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/pages/committeelisting.aspx#

🔎Overview of the Legislative Process: http://www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/Pages/Overview.aspx

🎬Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

🎬 Watch This Next:
https://youtu.be/1RuJdppny-s?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Legislative Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

=================
Other Resources:
=================

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

🔎The Washington State Legislature’s homepage: http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/home.aspx

🔎Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================

🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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QUESTION - Have a question about our lesson plans or online videos? Drop it in the comments!

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how a bill becomes a law in Washington State and some key differences in the legislative process on the state and federal levels.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What is the job of Lobbyists in the Washington State Legislature and how are they regulated?

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

Discussion Questions:
❓What is a lobbyist? Whom do they represent?
❓What is the Public Disclosure Commission and what does it do?
❓What are the two main types of lobbyists in our state?
❓What roles to lobbyists play in Washington State’s legislative process?
❓What support is needed to pass a law in WA?
❓According to contract lobbyist Carolyn Logue, what are some qualities of a successful lobbyist?

🔎The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission: https://www.pdc.wa.gov/

🎬Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

🎬 Watch This Next:
https://youtu.be/dbF2bgPP6u4

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Legislative Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

=================
Other Resources:
=================

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

🔎The Washington State Legislature’s homepage: http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/home.aspx

🔎Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================

🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how a bill becomes a law in Washington State and some key differences in the legislative process on the state and federal levels.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

Participate in Washington State's legislative process, connect with legislators, and testify before committee.

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

Discussion Questions:
❓What are some ways in which citizens can provide input to legislators?
❓According to contract lobbyist Nick Federici, what are two important first steps to participating in the legislative process?
❓When does Mr. Federici say is the best time to connect with busy legislators?
❓What are legislative assistants and what roles do they play?
❓Why does Mr. Federici say that it’s important to get to know your legislator? What are some ways to do that?
❓What are some ways to be effective when testifying before committee?
❓How can one participate in the legislative process without traveling to Olympia?
❓According to Mr. Federici, what are the “three P’s” for meeting with legislators?
❓Why is Washington said to have an “open” legislature?

🔎A Citizen’s Guide to Effective Legislative Participation: http://www.leg.wa.gov/legislature/Pages/EffectiveParticipation.aspx

🔎Find Your Legislator: https://app.leg.wa.gov/districtfinder/

🎬Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

🎬 Watch This Next:
https://youtu.be/IdefBSKCK1A

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Legislative Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

=================
Other Resources:
=================

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

🔎The Washington State Legislature’s homepage: http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/home.aspx

🔎Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================

🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how a bill becomes a law in Washington State and some key differences in the legislative process on the state and federal levels.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What does it take to turn an idea into a law? Meet some of the key people behind the scenes.

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

Discussion Questions:
❓What gets dropped in ‘The Hopper’?
❓What does the Code Reviser direct and who do they direct if for?
❓Who submits Bill Drafts and who must authorize what goes in the Hopper?
❓What does the Code Reviser do with drafts that go into the Hopper?
❓What is the Code Reviser’s primary concern and who do they notify about these concerns?
❓Kathy Buckley describes how the office is made up of teams. Who is on those teams?
❓Why is it not uncommon for Code Reviser teams to work until two or three in the morning?
❓Why is proof reading so important in the Code Reviser’s office?
❓Why is the Code Reviser’s office non-partisan?

🔎Revised Code of Washington: https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/

🔎Office of the Code Reviser: https://leg.wa.gov/CodeReviser/Pages/CodeRevisersOffice.aspx

🎬Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

🎬 Watch This Next:
https://youtu.be/IdefBSKCK1A

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Legislative Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

=================
Other Resources:
=================

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

🔎The Washington State Legislature’s homepage: http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/home.aspx

🔎Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================

🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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Subscribe and Follow Teach With TVW
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QUESTION - Have a question about our lesson plans or online videos? Drop it in the comments!

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how a bill becomes a law in Washington State and some key differences in the legislative process on the state and federal levels.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

Out of the many Party Leadership roles, the Whip is perhaps the most commonly recognized, why is that?

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

Organizing Concepts:
Legislative branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

Discussion Questions:
❓What are the four different teams in the legislature that require a Whip?
❓What does the Whip do for their team? And who helps the Whip?
❓How does the Whip know that a bill has enough votes when it hits the Floor?
❓ Why does parking need a Whip?
❓Why do Whips need to have finesse to be persuasive?

🔎House of Representatives Page: https://leg.wa.gov/house/Pages/default.aspx

🔎Senate Page: https://leg.wa.gov/senate/Pages/default.aspx

🎬Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

🎬 Watch This Next:
https://youtu.be/E0zQ8hvI5AM?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Legislative Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

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Other Resources:
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📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

🔎The Washington State Legislature’s homepage: http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/home.aspx

🔎Legislative video at TVW archives: http://www.tvw.org/archives

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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What this video is about:
In this video WA Legislative Branch series, students and viewers will learn about how Washington State’s legislative branch is designed to ensure a citizen legislature and allow for public engagement in the legislative process.. This episode focuses on how a bill becomes a law in Washington State and some key differences in the legislative process on the state and federal levels.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's Governor? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA Governor Christine Gregoire.
📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

As the top elected official of the State of Washington, the Governor is essentially the commander in chief. By focusing on the responsibilities that the Governor has over the state of Washington, viewers will understand how the Governor works with the other statewide elected officials and the other branches of government.

Essential Questions:
❓What are the roles and responsibilities of the governor?
❓To what extent does the governor’s office work with the other branches of government?
❓How does the governor implement the law?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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This Lesson Plan
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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The Governor Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SH4aq667cRGlsEKrvz8864nnK0Oghx-gdG5j_1ZLwRU/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: Lieutenant Governor
https://youtu.be/XJtXK0YrQwM?feature=shared

🎬 Playlist: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Video Playlists
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&A with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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What this video is about:
In this video series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the Governor’s job and scope of her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

Contrary to what you might think, in Washington State, the Lieutenant Governor and the Governor don’t run as a team but rather, run independently of each other.

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's Lieutenant Governor? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen. By focusing on the responsibilities that the Lieutenant Governor has in Washington State, viewers will understand what part the Lieutenant Governor plays among the other elected officials and with matters of the government.

Essential Questions:
❓What are the roles and responsibilities of the Lieutenant Governor?
❓How is the Lieutenant Governor elected?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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This Lesson Plan
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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The Lieutenant Governor Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JIHehXZdPaXWH3yP9WL8dyNEK3LdTtf6p3trIT-9ii8/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: Secretary of State
https://youtu.be/zF8jVFK6XDM?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================

🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the Lieutenant Governor’s job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

It’s not about foreign relations or trade, but rather, elections are perhaps the most important job of Washington’s Secretary of State.
📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's Secretary of State? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA Secretary of State Sam Reed.By focusing on the responsibilities that the Secretary of State has in Washington State, viewers will understand what part the Secretary of State plays among the other elected officials and with matters of the government.

Essential Questions:
❓What are the roles and responsibilities of the Secretary of State?
❓To what extent are Washington State's elections secure and safe?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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This Lesson Plan
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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The Secretary of State Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1q70ArDcLAF4MspNzKhokQtACZJovXvFn6Y6YBztXaZA/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: Attorney General
https://youtu.be/bUQ73I64wao?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the Secretary of State’s job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's Attorney General? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA Attorney General Bob McKenna.
📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

By focusing on the responsibilities that the Attorney General has in Washington State, viewers will understand what part the Attorney General plays among the other elected officials and with matters of the government.

Essential Questions:
❓How does the Office of the Attorney General represent the interests of Washingtonians?
❓How does the Office of the Attorney General work with other states and with the Federal Government?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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This Lesson Plan
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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The Attorney General Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u-GkPxOi6UZd-HxSrgyByG0hSU0EXZ9FnRMYMlh_F1o/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: Treasurer
https://youtu.be/nL-V13LOmkE?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the Attorney General’s job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's State Treasurer? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA State Treasurer Jim McIntire.
📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

By examining the issues that the State Treasurer deals with, students will understand the importance of maintaining a fiscally responsible government for the citizens of Washington State.

Essential Questions:
❓To what extent does the State State Treasurer affect your daily life?
❓Why is the State Treasurer an elected position in state government?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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This Lesson Plan
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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The State Treasurer Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u-GkPxOi6UZd-HxSrgyByG0hSU0EXZ9FnRMYMlh_F1o/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: Superintendent of Public Instruction
https://youtu.be/m6s-AU_LxUw?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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Subscribe and Follow Teach With TVW
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What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the State Treasurer’s job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's Superintendent of Public Instruction? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA State Superintendent Randy Dorn..
📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-p...

By focusing on how the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) works with the state’s public school districts and 6 state-tribal education compact schools, students will understand how the office funds the public school system for the betterment of all Washingtonians.

Essential Questions:
❓What are the roles and responsibilities of the Superintendent of Public Instruction?
❓To what extent does OSPI have control over local schools?
❓How are public schools funded?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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This Lesson Plan
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📚Statewide Elected Officials: Superintendent of Public Instruction Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14ZfvV9Ax__My859y3ends97ZXgcfdmTBrx3FukpXCo0/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G...

🎬 Watch This Next: WA Commissioner of Public Lands
• https://youtu.be/275aaH22Lgg?feature=shared

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
• https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-p...

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 • Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish)

🎬 Legislative Navigator • Your Legislative Navigator: Lobbyist ...

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
• WA CIVICS Modules - The Executive Branch

• WA CIVICS Modules - The Legislative B...

• WA CIVICS Modules - The Judicial Branch

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
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🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-partic...

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: • https://youtu.be/275aaH22Lgg?feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects...

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What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the Superintendent of Public Instruction’s job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's Commissioner of Public Lands? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA Commissioner of Public Lands, Peter Goldmark.

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

This video examines the role of the Commissioner of Public Lands, the person who runs the Department of Natural Resources in Washington State. By focusing on the responsibilities that the Commissioner has over the millions of acres of public lands, viewers will understand the importance the state of Washington puts upon the management of our natural resources.

Essential Questions:
❓What are the roles and responsibilities of the Commissioner of Public Lands?
❓How does the Department of Natural Resources use land to support public schools?
❓How does the Department of Natural Resources balance the need to protect our environment with continuing to raise money for the State?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The Commissioner of Public Lands Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l-fRiIRtOH_Q_pdqu7nNgiVPvaVfJYhcE8LNCTuV6iE/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: Insurance Commissioner
https://youtu.be/n_ASFsphy90

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
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🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰


What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the Commissioner of Public Lands job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's Insurance Commissioner? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA Insurance Commissioner Deborah Senn.

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

This video examines the role of the Insurance Commissioner, the person who runs the department that regulates insurance coverage sold to citizens ‘from cradle to grave’ in Washington State. By focusing on the consumer protection responsibilities of the department, the viewer examines the merits of this being an elected position.

Essential Questions:
❓To what extent does the role of the insurance commissioner affect your daily life?
❓Why is the insurance commissioner an elected position in state government?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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This Lesson Plan
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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The Insurance Commissioner Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OBtyDIL4LM2kRgK0I5jEszURgpFdMlCeIzEhvw2L9Pg/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: State Auditor
https://youtu.be/5JtVkdM0OuQ

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

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Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================
🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰


What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the Insurance Commissioner’s job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

What are the roles and responsibilities of Washington's State Auditor? Learn about this statewide elected office with former WA Auditor Brian Sonntag.

📣 Get easy to use WA State Election Lesson Plans: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

This video examines the role of the State Auditor, a position established to hold the state agencies accountable to the citizens of Washington state. By focusing on the responsibilities of the Auditor, viewers see how budget audits provide oversight and a check on state government.

Essential Questions:
❓What are the responsibilities of the State Auditor?
❓To what extent are checks and balances necessary in state government?
❓ Why is the State Auditor an elected position?

Organizing Concepts:
Executive branch, exploration of social issues and perspectives, transparency, accountability

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📚Statewide Elected Officials: The State Auditor Lesson Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qxzOw7-wv79pywbQKc-9GN6KlRQFObw7R7aJp9L1ypQ/edit?usp=sharing

📚Statewide Elected Officials Executive Branch Curriculum Map
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GoTFo0CtFd54z_zbAgwaJ_exJ6Us67tVN6Cwr4Pxwws/edit?usp=sharing

🎬 Watch This Next: Governor
https://youtu.be/dwUhTqn-fhI

🎬 Check Out the WA Civics Modules: The Executive Branch Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos
=======================================
🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared

🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared

🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared

=======================================
Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs
=======================================

🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/

🙋On The Issues - Youth bring the questions to WA state leadership: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared

🙋TVW CONNECTS - WA students engage in live Q&As with political leaders and experts:
https://teachwithtvw.org/tvw-connects-civic-engagement/

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰


What this video is about:
In this video WA Executive Branch series, students and viewers will learn about all nine elected offices of Washington state’s executive branch. This episode focuses on the State Auditor’s job and the scope of his/her responsibilities and powers.

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #Civics101 #LegislativeNavigator #OnTheIssues #ElectionsExplained #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate #CivicsLessonPlans

Explore the myths and misconceptions of the court system and about the system and policies in place to ensure citizens receive fair treatment.

Discussion Questions:
- Why are myths and misconceptions about the courts a problem?
- Why has WA state changed the way the justice system defines parental roles and responsibilities?
- What limitations are on judges in granting protective orders?
- What is ‘Judicial Discretion’?
- What are the binding guidelines Judge Veronica Alecia-Galvin lists?
- When does a person have a right to a court appointed lawyer?
- What kind of information can court clerks and staff provide?
- How are fees and bail used?
- What is the relationship between the courts and the legislature?
- Do judges define or change the law? Or interpret it?

Resources:
- Washington State Courts: https://www.courts.wa.gov/

- WA Courts Civics Learning Resources: https://www.courts.wa.gov/education/

Look back on Washington State's Court of Appeals, its 50 year history and how and why it came to be.

Discussion Questions:
- What prompted the creation of the Appeals Court System?
- What was the only option for appeals prior to the Appellate Court System?
- How was the mandate brought to create the Court of Appeals?
- How were the rules for this new Court worked out?
- How many Divisions are there and how are they distributed?
- How are Judges appointed?
- How did the creation of the Court of Appeals help the Statewide Court system?
- Where does the Court of Appeals fit in relationship to the State Supreme Court?
- Why does the Court of Appeals review and sometimes overturn a previous court’s decision?
- How do Law Clerks help inform the panel of judges on a case?
- How does a panel of judges write their final decision if they don’t all agree?
- Where is the final decision published?
- How does the Court of Appeals provide a safety net in regards to decisions made in the lower courts?

Resources:
- WA state Court of Appeals: https://www.courts.wa.gov/appellate_trial_courts/

- WA state Court of Appeals Division Map: https://www.courts.wa.gov/newsinfo/resources/jury_guide/divisions.cfml

- TVW Court Coverage: https://tvw.org/invintus_category/other-court/

Supreme Justice - an Emmy® award winning informative and entertaining look at the inner workings of the state's highest court by recounting the story of its most dramatic case of the decade -- Gardner v. Loomis.

Brought to you by the Washington Supreme Court Committee on Pattern Jury Instructions & Board of Judicial Administration Public Trust and Confidence Committee. Copyright WA Administrative Office of the Courts 2016.

Brought to you by the Washington Supreme Court Committee on Pattern Jury Instructions & Board of Judicial Administration Public Trust and Confidence Committee. Copyright WA Administrative Office of the Courts 2016.

Meet your trusted guide to the legislature and leg.wa.gov!

This quick overview of the Legislative website will show you the many key actions at your disposal.

Melissa Gombosky helps you navigate leg.wa.gov to search up bills by number, topic or prefiled.

Melissa Gombosky shows what you can learn from the Bill Information page on leg.wa.gov

The actual language of a bill can be very dense reading, but fear not, let Melissa point you to the bill reports for a plain language interpretation of your bill.

Wondering how to decipher that Bill Document? What's with the underlines and strikethroughs? The list of names and mysterious numbers? The Bill Reports?? Let Melissa explain!

Melissa Gombosky helps you navigate leg.wa.gov to find your WA legislative district Representatives and Senator!

So your bill is scheduled for a public hearing and you want to make your voice be heard - Melissa can walk you through leg.wa.gov to register your position, or even sign up to testify in the committee hearing. It's easy!

Here's a simple guide to finding public hearings and legislative committee meetings in the TVW archives!

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - Introducing Mike Hoover: Your Soon-to-Be Favorite Parliamentarian (1 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

Script:
Hello, I am Parliamentarian Mike Hoover and I will explain the Legislative Process.
I’ve been a Parliamentarian for most of 3 decades - Somebody has got to do it.
I’ve done it for the Senate, the House, King County Council, even my Cub Scouts Troop.
A Parliamentarian is just a fancy word for someone who works in parliamentary procedure and that is just a fancy word for legislative process.
One thing I warn students is that the legislative process can seem overwhelming - don’t be overwhelmed, it’s easy
There’s a lot of steps but you just need to focus on where it is now and where it goes next.
Don’t need to know everything, just the key steps and we’re going to go through those in detail.

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

Learn more at: https://www.teachwithtvw.org

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #youthvoice #civics101 #participate #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - What is the Law? (2 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

Script:
Most people think of criminal law, but the criminal code is a small portion of the law
The rest are rules and regulations, such as:
Rules on how to process wheat
Curriculum in schools
The content of gasoline at the pump
Collectively all of the laws together are referred to as the Revised Code of Washington (RCW)
The way to change the law in the RCW is with a bill. Which is a “wanna -be law”
Bills start as a good idea that has been introduced by a legislator
It is written like a law
It is a suggestion to be added into the RCW that must be voted on by the Legislature
Keep in mind, many more bills are introduced than become law

Credit Sources:
00:18 - Thelma & Louise. Directed by Ridley Scott, Performances by Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis, MGM,1991. Youtube, uploaded by BlackView HD, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N090M8s9MYo&t=0s

00:32 - Old man splashed by puddle. Youtube, uploaded by mike froese, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N090M8s9MYo&t=0s

00:39 - Tommy Boy. Directed by Peter Segal, Performances by Chris Farley, Paramount Pictures,1995. Youtube, uploaded by kfilew, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3xWOriHqwU&t=0s

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

Learn more at: https://www.teachwithtvw.org

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #youthvoice #civics101 #participate #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - What is the Legislature? (2 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

The Legislature is made up of people. Regular people.
We have a part-time legislature:
Odd years are the long session (105 days)
Even years is the short session (60 days)
The two sessions combined make up a Biennium
When the session is over they return to their regular jobs.

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

Learn more at: https://www.teachwithtvw.org

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #youthvoice #civics101 #participate #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - The Three Branches (3 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

Script:
Why is our system of government and making laws so complicated? Because It was intended to be difficult to pass laws and to make sure we get it “right.”
Three branches: the Judiciary, the Executive and the Legislative
The Legislative branch makes and passes the laws
The Executive implements and enforces the laws
The Judiciary interprets whether the law is being interpreted correctly or is constitutional in the first place.
Each step helps to “perfect” the bill (get more eyes on it) to make sure it is written correctly and will make sense for the Executive to implement it.
Steps also allow for the public to see it and comment on it
In those instances where the law is passed and the people are unsure it is being implemented correctly or is constitutional they are able to bring it to the Judiciary.
This is called ‘Checks and Balances’.

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

Learn more at: https://www.teachwithtvw.org

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #youthvoice #civics101 #participate #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - The Legislative Process (2 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

Script:
The Legislative Process is a series of steps that bills must go through to be enacted. Each step must be completed in a certain period of time.
The Legislature is split into 2 chambers (Senate & House)
In order to become law the exact same bill must pass both chambers in the exact same form (no changes) in the exact same session.
This allows more elected officials to “perfect” a bill before it is passed
The basic steps are:
Policy Committee
Fiscal Committee
Floor Debate
Then pass over to the other chamber to start again
If the bill passes through the second chamber unchanged it goes to the Governor's desk who can sign it, veto it, or do nothing and allow it to pass into law without signature.

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

Learn more at: https://www.teachwithtvw.org

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #youthvoice #civics101 #participate #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - What is a Lobbyist? (2 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

Script:
A private citizen with an interest in a particular topic and an expertise in the legislative process
Lobbyists are hired (paid and unpaid) because:
The process is complicated
As I explained before The process takes a long time (very time-consuming)
Lobbyists act on clients' behalf (alter-ego) in Olympia
The term lobbyist comes from waiting in the lobby to speak to legislators when they exit the chambers.

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

Learn more at: https://www.teachwithtvw.org

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #youthvoice #civics101 #participate #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - Policy Committees (3 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

Script:
It’s the only time all bills have the same status
All that has happened is that bills have been:
“Introduced”
Given a number
Sent to a Policy Committee
Policy Committees are organized by topic
Members specialize on their areas of expertise within committees
Committee members look at bills assigned to the committee and act on two phases:
A Public Hearing - Interested parties from the public weigh in / testify on a bill
Executive Session - is the term for when they vote on it to send it out of committee
Committees vary in size.

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf

Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens.

Learn more at: https://www.teachwithtvw.org

#TEACHwithTVW, #CapitolClassroom, #CONNECTS #waleg #youthvoice #civics101 #participate #nextgenerationleaders #civilengagement #civicengagement #legislativeprocess #socialstudies #APGov #debate

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - Fiscal Committees (3 min)

Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.

Script:
Fiscal Committees are where bills go if they cost money
We are in a short session, but still go to a fiscal committee if costs money
Ways & Means
Appropriations
Capital Budget
Transportation
They decide: Does the state want to spend money on these great ideas?
Reason it follows policy committee is because the policy committee may not worry about the cost
EX. Every student gets a laptop, big screen and high speed internet
Great idea but fiscal committee may decide not to do all/part/any of that
Fiscal Committee also has to decide how to raise money to pay for it
This is with FEES & Taxes
Great idea we will fund it with a fee
A lot of the groups who want the idea are ok with the fee
Ex. Fisherman want improvements to a dock
We are willing to pay $5 docking fees to pay for it
You may not think people want to raise their own taxes but it actually does happen
Everything has got to be paid for
Unlike DC where they can print money and run deficits
Our state cannot do that -The Budget must be balanced

Watch the entire Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) PLAYLIST HERE:
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Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) - Rules Committee (3 min)


Civics 101 in 120 Seconds (ish) is your straightforward guide through the often confounding legislative process.


Script:
What is the Rules Committee?
Not a policy committee or a fiscal committee and it doesn’t look at rules. It is a political step between committee action and the Floor, it is the Gatekeeper
Political reasons
Time management Reasons
Average bill in the Senate takes 5 minutes to pass
Not enough time even around the clock
Anything that is stuck in Rules is another way to say it is “dead for the session”.
Legislative leadership rarely serve on committees, they generally stay above that.
But they do serve on the Rules Committee and so do other key members of leadership - Speaker and Majority Leader etc.
Rules is a chance for leadership to decide what they really want to hit the Floor for a vote.


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