SB801

Increasing each school district's basic foundation program

Introduced·2/6/26
Intr Text

Increases the basic foundation program for school districts by raising the ratio of professional educators and service personnel per 1,000 students.

West Virginia Senate Bill 801 proposes to enhance the basic foundation program for school districts by increasing the ratio of professional educators and service personnel per 1,000 students. The bill sets specific ratios for high-density, medium-density, low-density, and sparse-density counties, with adjustments scheduled for July 1, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. It also outlines conditions under which counties may not be penalized for failing to meet these ratios, such as during the 2026-2027 school year or due to enrollment increases.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 10

9:30 AM

Senate Education Committee Meeting

History

Feb 11

Senate

Reported do pass, but first to Finance

Feb 11

Senate

To Finance

Feb 6

Senate

Filed for introduction