Feds demand WA revise student policies on privacy, transgender rights
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal lambasted the Department of Education’s request as part of a “lengthy fishing expedition on the taxpayer’s dime.”
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The U.S. Department of Education asked Washington state to change its school rules about student privacy and transgender rights. The request is part of a federal review of how schools handle these issues. Washington’s top school official, Chris Reykdal, said the request wastes money and is a “fishing expedition.” He argued the federal government is overstepping its authority.
Why it matters
This dispute affects how schools treat transgender students and what personal information they must keep private. It also shows the ongoing tension between state and federal governments over education policy.
- What did the federal government ask Washington state to do?
- It asked the state to revise school policies on student privacy and transgender rights.
- How did Washington’s school chief respond to the request?
- Chris Reykdal called the request a costly fishing expedition and said it oversteps federal authority.
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Feds demand WA revise student policies on privacy, transgender rights
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