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WV HB4654
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Stephens
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AI Summary
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Teachers in grades 7-12 with more than 30 students in a class would receive an additional $25 per day for each student exceeding the 30-student limit.
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Exempt classes include physical education, band, chorus, strings, theater, dance, and other artistic performance courses.
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The bill amends West Virginia Code §18A-4-2 relating to state minimum teacher salaries and was introduced January 21, 2026.
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The additional compensation would be paid alongside existing state minimum salaries, county supplements, and other prescribed amounts such as the $600 annual bonus for teachers with 20+ years experience.
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The bill was referred to the House Committee on Education and then Finance, with a fiscal note attached indicating budgetary implications.
Legislative Description
To require that teachers in grades 7 through twelve, who teach classes with more than 30 students in their classes receive an additional $25 per day per student over the 30 student-limit, with exceptions for physical education, band, chorus, strings, theater, dance, and other classes aimed at artistic performance.
Education (K12)
Last Action
To House Education
1/21/2026