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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 define a critical vacancy and require board staff certified in the subject matters where there are vacancies to act as substitutes in those positions until someone is hired to fill that position.
AI Summary
This bill defines a "critical vacancy" in public education as a position that a school institution must fill to ensure student success, safety, and compliance with required standards. It mandates that if such a vacancy exists, school board staff who are certified in the subject area of that vacancy must step in and teach in that classroom until a permanent replacement is hired. This provision aims to address immediate staffing shortages in critical areas to maintain educational continuity and meet essential operational needs.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
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=4904&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4904%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4904 |
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