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WV HJR25
WV HJR25Constitutional amendment to make the state superintendent of schools, a constitutional officer position, elected by the people
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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia , amending section two, article XII thereof, providing for the election of the state superintendent of free schools in the general election; and providing a summarized statement of the purpose of such proposed amendment.
AI Summary
This resolution proposes an amendment to the West Virginia Constitution that would change how the State Superintendent of Free Schools is chosen. Currently, the West Virginia Board of Education selects the superintendent, who serves at their discretion. This amendment, if ratified by voters in the 2026 general election, would instead make the State Superintendent of Free Schools an elected position, with the superintendent being elected every four years during the general election. The superintendent would still be the chief school officer of the state and a member of the board of public works, but their selection would shift from appointment by the board to election by the people.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
To House Education (on 01/22/2026)
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