We are calling on all students, alumni, supporters, faculty, and staff to take action in support of House Bill 2567. This critical legislation aims to restore and protect the financial aid that many PLU students rely on to complete their education.
Why This Matters
HB 2567 is the companion to Senate Bill 5828, which has already seen overwhelming support with over 3,000 “Pro” sign-ins. These bills work to ensure that Washington College Grant and College Bound Scholarship amounts for students at private, not-for-profit institutions like PLU remain equitable.
To keep this momentum going, we need the PLU community to show the House Postsecondary Education & Workforce Development Committee that this bill is a priority for our campus.
How to Take Action
Deadline: Wednesday, Feb 4, by 12:00 PM PST
If you are a Washington resident, you can officially note your support for the legislative record in under a minute.
- Go to the Committee Sign-In Page: Click here to begin.
- Select Agenda Item: Choose HB 2567 College scholarships/private.
- Select Type: Choose “I would like my position noted for the legislative record.”
- Select Position: Choose “Pro.”
- Identify Yourself: Fill out your contact information.
Note: Under “Organization,” please list PLU or Pacific Lutheran University. - Submit: Complete the “not a robot” check and click Submit Registration.
Stay Informed
While we focus on the House hearing this Wednesday, SB 5828 also needs to move forward. It is currently awaiting a hearing in the Senate Ways and Means Committee, which must occur before the February 9th deadline.
Your voice is a powerful tool in Olympia. Thank you for standing with our students and helping secure the future of financial aid for students who choose to attend schools like PLU.
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