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WV HB4497
Bill
Status
1/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Amos
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AI Summary
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Requires the West Virginia State Board of Education to develop and administer a college preparedness exam to all 10th-grade students
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Students must pass this exam to qualify for any publicly available financial aid at West Virginia public colleges and universities
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Students who fail the exam may retake it after a reasonable time period as determined by the Board of Education
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The State Board of Education will establish pass/fail parameters and may implement rules to carry out the requirements
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Takes effect for the 2026/2027 school year
Legislative Description
To not entitle WV students to get aid from any WV schools unless they pass a college qualification exam in the 10th grade
Education (K12)
Last Action
To House Education
1/19/2026