Bill > HB3118

This bill codifies a Parents' Bill of Rights in West Virginia. It establishes that the liberty of a parent to direct the upbringing, education, and medical care of their child is a fundamental right. The bill grants parents the right to choose private, religious, or home schools as alternatives to public education, and to make reasonable choices within public schools. It prohibits the state or any government entity from infringing on these parental rights without demonstrating a compelling state interest that is narrowly tailored and not otherwise served by less restrictive means. The bill also allows parents to bring legal action against the state or its officials for violations of these parental rights.