HB4834

To permit women’s wrestling in public high schools as a sanctioned event

Introduced·1/26/26
Intr Text

Permits women's wrestling as a sanctioned event in West Virginia public high schools.

West Virginia HB4834 allows women's wrestling to be a sanctioned sporting event in public high schools and public charter schools starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The bill also details the authority of county boards of education and the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission in regulating these activities. It specifies eligibility for students from private schools and home-schooled students, and outlines the commission's role in managing interscholastic athletic events and extracurricular activities.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 16

1:45 PM

Standing Committee on Education Meeting

Feb 16

1:45 PM

House Committee on Education Meeting

History

Feb 17

House

To House Education

Jan 30

House

To House Public Education

Jan 26

House

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