HB5647

Relating to creating the Open and Equal Opportunities in Student Activities Act.

Introduced·2/17/26
Intr Text

Allows homeschooled, Hope Scholarship, and nonpublic school students to participate in extracurricular activities at member schools.

The Open and Equal Opportunities in Student Activities Act permits homeschooled students, Hope Scholarship students, and students enrolled in nonpublic schools to participate in extracurricular activities at member schools of the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission. Participation requires meeting residency requirements, paying applicable fees, and adhering to disciplinary rules. Students must also meet academic standards, which can be demonstrated through a portfolio, standardized test scores, or a transcript.

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History

Feb 17

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 17

House

To Education

Feb 17

House

Introduced in House