West Virginia HB4943 mandates teaching students how to handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag, with an annual exam.

West Virginia HB4943 requires public schools to teach students from grades 8 to 12 a unit on how to properly handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag. Students must pass an annual examination on this subject as a prerequisite for graduation. The bill also mandates that beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, students must be taught this unit in social studies classes. The legislation aims to instill respect and proper handling of the American flag among students.

West Virginia HB4943 mandates teaching students how to handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag, with an annual exam.

West Virginia HB4943 requires public schools to teach students from grades 8 to 12 a unit on how to properly handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag. Students must pass an annual examination on this subject as a prerequisite for graduation. The bill also mandates that beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, students must be taught this unit in social studies classes. The legislation aims to instill respect and proper handling of the American flag among students.