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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 provide for a moment of silence at the beginning of each school day. The bill prevents teachers from being able to discuss the substance of what children engage in during the moment of silence. Finally, the bill provides that the Attorney General shall enforce the provisions of this section.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that each school board in West Virginia must establish a daily observance of one minute of silence in every classroom at the beginning of the school day, aiming to protect students' religious freedom and individual choice without state pressure. During this minute, teachers are required to ensure students remain seated and silent, allowing them to privately meditate, pray, or engage in any other silent activity that doesn't disrupt others. Importantly, the bill states that the Office of the Attorney General, the state's chief legal officer, will be responsible for enforcing these provisions and providing legal defense for the law.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To 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=46&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb46%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=46 |
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