SB966

Changing requirements for home school instruction

Introduced·2/17/26
Intr Text

SB966 removes all requirements for parents' certifications and curriculum for homeschooling in West Virginia.

SB966 amends the Code of West Virginia to eliminate all requirements for parents' certifications and curriculum for homeschooling. Parents or guardians no longer need to submit curriculum plans or prove their qualifications to provide home instruction. The bill removes the need for annual academic assessments and other reporting requirements for homeschoolers. The only remaining exemption for compulsory school attendance is for children participating in the Hope Scholarship Program. The bill aims to simplify the homeschooling process in the state.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Motion to reject bill rejected (Roll No. 250)

10 Yea

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24 Nay

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History

Feb 27

Senate

On 2nd reading

Feb 27

Senate

Removed from calendar by Rules Committee

Feb 26

Senate

On 1st reading