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WV HB4368
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Doug Smith
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AI Summary
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Defines "military-connected student" as an unemancipated child whose parent or guardian is a current, reserve, or former member of any U.S. military branch, National Guard, or was killed in the line of duty
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Allows military-connected students to enroll remotely in West Virginia public schools without physically appearing, using military orders as proof of pending relocation, with proof of residency required within 10 days of attendance
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Requires school districts to provide licensed counseling services and information about military support resources when a parent is called to active duty
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Mandates that classroom teachers be notified when military-connected students enroll in their classes to monitor academic engagement and provide additional support as needed
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Grants military-connected students enrollment preference in school transfers and allows them to remain at their enrolled school through the highest grade level offered for continuity purposes
Legislative Description
Relating to military connected students
Education (K12)
Last Action
To House Education
1/15/2026