HB5148

Student Bill of Rights

Introduced·2/3/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB5148 establishes a Student Bill of Rights to protect students' educational and personal rights.

West Virginia HB5148 creates a Student Bill of Rights to safeguard students' educational and personal rights. It guarantees students the right to a meaningful public education, access to their official records, and participation in school activities without discrimination. Students have the right to free speech, assembly, and expression, provided it does not interfere with others' rights. The bill also ensures students' right to respect, physical safety, and protection of personal property. Students can voice their opinions on curriculum development and participate in student organizations.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 3

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 3

House

To Education

Feb 3

House

Introduced in House