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Panel reports SSB 5901 out of committee 16-0 to aid on-base school construction assistance

Capital Budget Committee · February 27, 2026

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In executive session the Capital Budget Committee voted 16-0 (3 excused) to report Substitute Senate Bill 5901 out of committee with a due-pass recommendation; members said the bill helps fill a funding gap for schools located near military bases.

The Capital Budget Committee in executive session moved and approved a recommendation to report Substitute Senate Bill 5901 out of committee with a due-pass recommendation.

Vice Chair Parsley moved that SSB 5901 be reported with a due-pass recommendation; the motion was seconded (second not named on the record). A committee member said the bill makes adjustments similar to a previously considered measure and urged a yes vote, noting it provides support and stability for on-base schools. "I think it does make some good adjustments for our on-base schools... I would urge a yes vote," the member said. Representative Levitt added: "Our military children need quality schools ... this bill addresses the real gap and challenge that two school districts in particular who are near bases have and urging a yes vote."

Staff announced the recorded tally: 16 yeas, 0 nays, 3 excused, 0 absent. Chair Callan said, "By your vote, we have engrossed Senate Substitute 5901, be reported off committee with a due pass recommendation." The committee also announced upcoming amendment deadlines and a schedule for future executive sessions.