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September 17, 2026
Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal on Thursday discussed his request for nearly $2 billion in the next state budget. He is seen here testifying to a House committee in January. (bill lucia/Washington State Standard)

Reykdal seeks $2B for state’s public schools

The leader of Washington’s public school system on Thursday outlined his multibillion-dollar budget request he says is needed to ensure the state meets its legal obligations to fund basic education for more than 1 million students.