WV HJR33

Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article XII (Education) requiring the Legislature to provide free early childhood education as part of West Virginia's public school system

Amendment would be placed on the ballot at the 2026 general election for voter ratification or rejection

Requires two-thirds approval from members elected to each house of the Legislature to place the amendment before voters

Would be designated as "Amendment 1" with the official title "Free Early Childhood Education Amendment"

Modifies existing constitutional language that mandates "thorough and efficient system of free schools" by explicitly adding "including early childhood education"