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WV HB4943
WV HB4943Require all students to be taught how to properly handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require public school students to learn how to properly handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag and pass an examination on this subject as a prerequisite for graduation.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, students in West Virginia public schools will be required to receive instruction in social studies classes, specifically in grades 8 through 12, on the proper methods for handling, folding, treating, honoring, displaying, and retiring the American flag. Furthermore, students will need to pass an annual examination on this subject as a condition for graduation.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
To House Education (on 01/29/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4943&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4943%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4943 |
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