West Virginia HB4449 allows video cameras and audio recording devices in classrooms for safety and monitoring purposes.

West Virginia HB4449 permits the installation of video cameras and audio recording devices in classrooms to monitor for incidents of bullying, abuse, or neglect. Cameras must be placed to monitor all areas of the classroom but cannot monitor restrooms or areas where students change clothes. Recordings are confidential and can only be reviewed by school administrators, law enforcement, or authorized personnel. The bill outlines procedures for reviewing recordings, retaining them, and notifying parents and staff of camera placement.

West Virginia HB4449 allows video cameras and audio recording devices in classrooms for safety and monitoring purposes.

West Virginia HB4449 permits the installation of video cameras and audio recording devices in classrooms to monitor for incidents of bullying, abuse, or neglect. Cameras must be placed to monitor all areas of the classroom but cannot monitor restrooms or areas where students change clothes. Recordings are confidential and can only be reviewed by school administrators, law enforcement, or authorized personnel. The bill outlines procedures for reviewing recordings, retaining them, and notifying parents and staff of camera placement.