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WV HB4497
WV HB4497To not entitle WV students to get aid from any WV schools unless they pass a college qualification exam in the 10th grade
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
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 require tenth grade students to pass a college preparedness exam to qualify for public financial aid for colleges and universities.
AI Summary
This bill requires West Virginia students to pass a college preparedness exam in the tenth grade to be eligible for any public financial aid for colleges and universities within the state, with the State Board of Education responsible for developing the exam, setting passing standards, and allowing retakes for those who fail, and this new requirement will take effect for the 2026/2027 school year.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
To House 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=4497&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4497%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4497 |
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