Bill > HB2681

This bill requires all public school students in West Virginia to receive instruction on how to properly handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag, starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Specifically, students in grades 8 through 12 will be taught a unit on flag etiquette and protocol during their social studies classes, and they must pass an annual examination on this subject as a prerequisite for graduation. The bill aims to ensure that students develop a comprehensive understanding of the proper ways to respect and care for the American flag, which is seen as an important aspect of civic education and national pride. By making this knowledge a graduation requirement, the legislation seeks to promote a deeper appreciation for the flag as a symbol of national values and heritage among young students.