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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to help preserve Hope Scholarship funding resources by placing family income eligibility limitations for Hope scholarships, and providing the county schools be reimbursed for services provided to Hope scholarship recipients.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the Hope Scholarship Program by introducing income-based eligibility limitations to ensure the program's financial stability, meaning the amount of scholarship a student receives will now depend on their family's income level, with full awards for families at or below 450% of the federal poverty level and progressively reduced awards for families with higher incomes up to 750% of the federal poverty level. Additionally, the bill clarifies that county school districts will be reimbursed for any services provided to students participating in the Hope Scholarship Program, ensuring that public schools are compensated for offering classes or extracurricular activities to these students.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To House Education (on 01/14/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4189&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| Fiscal Note - Treasurer's Office, WV | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Fiscalnotes/FN(2)/fnsubmit_recordview1.cfm?RecordID=951570766 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4189%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4189 |
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