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WV HB4337
WV HB4337Prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts and prohibit school employees from political activity during their work hours or on behalf of the school administration
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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts. The bill also prohibits school employees from political activity during work hours or engaging in such activity on behalf of the school administration.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing West Virginia law to prohibit individuals employed by public schools from using school resources for election advocacy efforts, engaging in political activity during their work hours, or participating in political activities on behalf of the school administration. These new provisions, labeled (m), (n), and (o), aim to separate school operations from political campaigning and ensure that school employees' work time is dedicated to their educational duties. The bill also maintains existing penalties for violations of election laws, classifying them as misdemeanors punishable by fines or jail time.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
To House Education (on 01/15/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4337&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4337%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4337 |
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