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WV HB4450
WV HB4450Removing restrictions of taxpayers to access online curriculum, and allow for taxpayers to inspect additional instructional material adopted by the county board pursuant to including books in the classroom
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to remove the restrictions of taxpayers to access online curriculum. The bill allows for any taxpayer to inspect additional instructional material adopted by the county board pursuant to including books in the classroom. Finally, the bill allows for any individual to file a complaint.
AI Summary
This bill removes restrictions on who can access online curriculum and other instructional materials used in public schools, allowing any taxpayer to inspect these materials, including books available in classrooms. Previously, access to online curriculum was limited to students and their parents or guardians, and the right to inspect additional instructional materials was also restricted to parents, custodians, or guardians. The bill also clarifies that any individual can file a complaint if a teacher fails to comply with these provisions, whereas before only parents, custodians, or guardians could do so. The bill aims to increase transparency in public education by making curriculum and teaching materials more accessible to the public.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (8)
Rick Hillenbrand (R)*,
Eric Brooks (R),
Jim Butler (R),
Geno Chiarelli (R),
Kathie Crouse (R),
Scot Heckert (R),
Chris Phillips (R),
Joe Statler (R),
Last Action
To House Public Education (on 01/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4450&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4450%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4450 |
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