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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 establish "Raylee's Law" and prohibit the authorizing of home schooling when there is a pending child abuse or neglect investigation against a child's parent or guardian or against a person instructing the child.
AI Summary
This bill, known as "Raylee's Law," amends existing West Virginia law concerning compulsory school attendance to add a new provision that prohibits a county school board from authorizing home instruction for a child if there is a pending investigation for child abuse or neglect against a parent, guardian, or the person instructing the child. This prohibition applies when the investigation is initiated by school personnel and is based on mandatory reporting requirements. The bill also outlines procedures for county superintendents to be notified of such reports, to request confirmation of the investigation's status from the Department of Human Services, and to authorize home instruction if the complaint is not substantiated within 14 days.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
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=116&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb116%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=116 |
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