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WV HB4584
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joe Funkhouser
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AI Summary
- Creates a "Market Pay Enhancement" program for West Virginia certified teachers based on regional cost of living differences, calculated using median home prices in the teacher's county and contiguous counties (including border state counties) compared to the statewide median
- Requires the State Board of Education to calculate a multiplier every five years starting January 1, 2027, by dividing the difference between regional and state median home prices by the state median home price
- Distributes annual lump sum payments starting July 15, 2027, to teachers in counties where the regional median home price exceeds the state median, with amounts based on the multiplier applied to average county teacher salaries
- Payments are in addition to minimum salary schedules and county supplements, are subject to state personal income tax, and cannot be grieved through the state grievance process
- State Board must report to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance in years when market pay calculations are required and may propose rules to implement the program
Legislative Description
Market pay for Teachers
Education (K12)
Last Action
To House Education
1/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Education1/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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