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WV HB4905
WV HB4905Removing fees teachers have to pay in order to obtain any teaching license, certification, or additional continuing education credit hours (reporting fee) to the state Board of Education
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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 remove all fees charged by the West Virginia State Department of Education associated with teacher licensure, certification, and registering the completion of continuing credit hours.
AI Summary
This bill aims to eliminate all fees that teachers in West Virginia currently have to pay to the State Department of Education for obtaining or renewing their teaching licenses, certifications, or for registering continuing education credit hours, which are often referred to as reporting fees. The legislation mandates that by January 30, 2027, the West Virginia Department of Education must remove these associated costs, thereby making it free for teachers to acquire or maintain their professional credentials and professional development records. This change is intended to reduce financial burdens on educators, potentially encouraging more individuals to enter and remain in the teaching profession.
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=4905&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| Fiscal Note - Education, WV Department of | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Fiscalnotes/FN(2)/fnsubmit_recordview1.cfm?RecordID=955012511 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4905%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4905 |
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