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WV HB4649

WV HB4649
Relating to education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails


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Introduced
01/12/2024
In Committee
01/12/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/30/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The purpose of this bill is to remove language requiring specific appropriations in order for the State Board of Education, State Department of Education, and the State Superintendent of Schools to provide education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails.

AI Summary

This bill removes the requirement for specific appropriations for the State Board of Education, State Department of Education, and the State Superintendent of Schools to provide education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails. The bill also changes the language from "assuring" to "ensuring" that all exceptional children and adults in correctional facilities and regional jails receive an education in accordance with state and federal laws, regardless of available funding.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

To House Education (on 01/12/2024)

Bill Topics

Education
  • ‐ Special Education
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Prisons and Correctional Institutions

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