| Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research |
BILL ANALYSIS |
| Education Committee | |
HB 2811
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Creating the healthy student grant program.
Sponsors: Representatives Sullivan, Liias, Quall, Haigh, Simpson and Ormsby.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 1/25/08
Staff: Barbara McLain (786-7383).
Background:
The Essential Academic Learning Requirements for health and fitness expect that students will
acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain an active life, including physical fitness,
nutrition, recognizing patterns of growth and development, and how to reduce health risks and
live safely. In addition, students analyze and evaluate the impact of real-life influences on health
and develop health and fitness plans based on life goals.
In some communities, hospitals, public health agencies, and other community-based
organizations have developed curriculum, materials, and activities to support health and fitness
instruction.
Summary of Bill:
If funds are appropriated, the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) allocates
funds on a competitive basis to support the Healthy Student Grant Program. Grants are used to
develop and offer innovative and engaging instruction and activities in health, fitness, and
nutrition. School districts, independently or in partnership with community-based organizations,
hospitals, public health agencies, and other organizations, may submit grant applications. The
OSPI prepares an annual report on the activities supported by the grants.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Requested on January 16, 2008.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.