HB4646

Remote Schools Support Act

Introduced·1/21/26
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Remote Schools Support Act provides additional state aid to extremely remote schools in West Virginia.

The Remote Schools Support Act aims to provide additional state aid to extremely remote schools in West Virginia. It defines "extremely remote school" and sets forth requirements, including examples of such schools. The act provides additional funding for building operations, preparing for extreme weather, and professional development tailored to rural and multi-grade teaching environments. It prohibits county boards from closing extremely remote schools and mandates reporting to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Education Accountability.

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History

Jan 21

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 21

House

To Education then Finance

Jan 21

House

Introduced in House