SB5177Introduced in the Senate
Considering the experiences of historically marginalized and underrepresented groups when identifying professional development resources on certain topics.
Introduced by T'wina Nobles, District 28
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Considering the experiences of historically marginalized and underrepresented groups when identifying professional development resources on certain topics.
Where it stands
By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.
March 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Final Passage · February 5, 2026
29
Yes
19
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
49 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Marcus Riccelli | 003A | Yes |
| Leonard Christian | 004B | No |
| Victoria Hunt | 005A | Yes |
| Keith Goehner | 012A | No |
| Paul Harris | 017B | No |
| Jessica Bateman | 022B | Yes |
| Mike Chapman | 024A | Yes |
| Tina Orwall | 033A | Yes |
| Emily Alvarado | 034A | Yes |
| Vandana Slatter | 048A | Yes |
Bill history
Prefiled for introduction.
First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education.
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education at 10:30 AM.
Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education at 10:30 AM.
EDU - Majority; do pass.
Minority; do not pass.
Minority; without recommendation.
Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
Placed on second reading by Rules Committee.
Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading.
Third reading, passed; yeas, 30; nays, 19; absent, 0; excused, 0.
First reading, referred to Education.
Public hearing in the House Committee on Education at 4:00 PM.
By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Placed on third reading by Rules Committee.
Third reading, passed; yeas, 29; nays, 19; absent, 0; excused, 1.
First reading, referred to Education.
By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.
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