West Virginia SB1004 mandates voter approval for school closures or consolidations.

West Virginia SB1004 requires voter approval before any county board can close or consolidate schools. The bill mandates public hearings and impact statements, and it allows the referendum to occur during a regularly scheduled primary or general election or during a special election. The county board must prepare a written statement of reason and an impact statement, which must be available for public inspection. The impact statement must include the impact on students, financial health, enrollment, and school personnel.

West Virginia SB1004 mandates voter approval for school closures or consolidations.

West Virginia SB1004 requires voter approval before any county board can close or consolidate schools. The bill mandates public hearings and impact statements, and it allows the referendum to occur during a regularly scheduled primary or general election or during a special election. The county board must prepare a written statement of reason and an impact statement, which must be available for public inspection. The impact statement must include the impact on students, financial health, enrollment, and school personnel.