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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 permit students to take the Classical Learning Test ("CLT") as an alternative to the traditional ACT and SAT exams. The bill provides for definitions. The bill provides for post-secondary and higher education admissions and financial aid. Finally, the bill provides for college preparation assessments.
AI Summary
This bill, the Creating Standardized Testing Choice Act, amends West Virginia law to allow students to use the Classical Learning Test (CLT) as an alternative to the traditional ACT and SAT exams for college admissions and financial aid. The bill defines the CLT as the Classic Learning Test administered by Classic Learning Initiatives. It mandates that public colleges and universities must accept CLT scores for admission, and students can qualify for financial aid by achieving a minimum composite score on the ACT or an equivalent score on the SAT or CLT. Furthermore, public school districts will be required to offer students in grades 11 and 12 the opportunity to take the ACT, CLT, or SAT, and students in grades 9 and 10 the chance to take preparatory exams like the Pre-ACT, CLTlO, or PSAT, with provisions for school districts to seek reimbursement for associated fees.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To Education (on 01/14/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=41&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb41%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=41 |
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