SB1617Introduced in the Senate
Teachers; allowing the Teacher Empowerment Revolving Fund to be used to support compensation of teachers certified in special education. Effective date. Emergency.
Introduced by Adam Pugh, District 41
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Teachers; allowing the Teacher Empowerment Revolving Fund to be used to support compensation of teachers certified in special education. Effective date. Emergency.
Where it stands
Coauthored by Representative Kerbs (principal House author)
March 4, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate: Education Committee: DO PASS AMENDED · February 10, 2026
9
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Ally Seifried | 2 | Yes |
| Jo Dossett | 35 | Yes |
| Aaron Reinhardt | 37 | Yes |
| Dave Rader | 39 | Yes |
| Carri Hicks | 40 | Yes |
| Adam Pugh | 41 | Yes |
| Kendal Sacchieri | 43 | Yes |
| Mark Mann | 46 | Yes |
| Kelly Hines | 47 | Yes |
Bill history
First Reading
Authored by Senator Pugh
Second Reading referred to Education
Reported Do Pass as amended Education committee; CR filed
Title stricken
Placed on General Order
Coauthored by Representative Kerbs (principal House author)
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