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WV HJR5
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Larry Kump
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to reduce West Virginia Board of Education member terms from nine years to five years
- Maintains the board structure of nine members appointed by the governor with senate consent
- Preserves the requirement that no more than five board members may belong to the same political party
- Would be submitted to voters for ratification at the 2026 general election if approved by two-thirds of the legislature
- Designated as "Amendment No. 1" on the ballot
Legislative Description
To amend the West Virginia Constitution to change the term of office of the members of the West Virginia Board of Education from nine years to five years.
Last Action
To House Education
2/13/2025
Committee Referrals
Education2/13/2025
Full Bill Text
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