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WV HB5257
WV HB5257Relating to education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails
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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2026
03/14/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to remove language requiring specific appropriations in order for the State Board of Education, State Department of Education, and the State Superintendent of Schools to provide education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails.
AI Summary
This bill amends West Virginia law to remove language that requires specific appropriations for the State Board of Education, State Department of Education, and the State Superintendent of Schools to provide education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails. The changes aim to streamline the process and ensure that educational services can be provided without being contingent on separate, specific funding allocations for these populations.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
To House Education (on 02/05/2026)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Special Education
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Prisons and Correctional Institutions
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5257&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill | 02/05/2026 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5257%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5257 | 02/05/2026 |
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