HB4090

Provide for the employment or acceptance as avolunteer of a Certified Chaplain by public school board

Introduced·1/14/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4090 allows county boards of education to hire or accept certified chaplains as volunteers.

West Virginia HB4090 permits county boards of education to employ or accept certified chaplains as volunteers to provide support, services, and programs for students, staff, and parents. These chaplains are selected by and accountable to the county school board. The bill exempts chaplains from state certification and licensing requirements but mandates background checks. It also limits liability for chaplains' actions or statements made in the course of their duties.

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History

Jan 19

House

To House Public Education

Jan 14

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 14

House

To Education