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WV HB5302

WV HB5302
Relating to the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools


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Introduced
01/29/2024
In Committee
01/29/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/30/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The purpose of this bill is to require public elementary schools and secondary schools to display in a conspicuous place in each classroom of the school a durable poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments that meets certain requirements.

AI Summary

This bill requires public elementary and secondary schools in West Virginia to display in each classroom a durable poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments that meets specific size and formatting requirements. The bill also requires schools to accept privately donated posters or copies that meet the requirements and to offer any surplus posters or copies to other public schools. The provisions of the bill will take effect starting with the 2024-2025 school year.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

To House Education (on 01/29/2024)

Bill Topics

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Freedom of Speech and Religion
Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education

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