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WV HB5000
WV HB5000Prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts and prohibit school employees from political activity during their work hours or on behalf of the school administration
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Introduced
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts. The bill also prohibits school employees from political activity during work hours or engaging in such activity on behalf of the school administration.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing West Virginia law to prohibit individuals employed in public schools from using school resources for election advocacy efforts, meaning they cannot use school property, equipment, or funds to support or oppose any candidate or ballot measure. Additionally, school employees are prohibited from engaging in political activity during their work hours, with the exception of teaching government education classes, and they cannot conduct political activities on behalf of the school administration. Violations of these provisions are considered misdemeanors, punishable by fines of up to $1,000, jail time of up to one year, or both.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (11)
Larry Kump (R)*,
Chris Anders (R),
Eric Brooks (R),
Jim Butler (R),
Elias Coop-Gonzalez (R),
Kathie Crouse (R),
Rick Hillenbrand (R),
Daniel Linville (R),
Keith Marple (R),
Robbie Martin (R),
Bill Ridenour (R),
Last Action
To House Education (on 01/30/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5000&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5000%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5000 |
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