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WV HB4708

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Josh Holstein

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Substitute teachers holding a restricted permit with an associate's degree may serve beyond the current 10 consecutive day limit when filling long-term positions, provided no short-term or long-term substitutes are available
  • The extended assignment for restricted permit holders must be terminated if a qualified short-term or long-term substitute becomes available and bids on the position
  • Amends West Virginia Code §18A-2-3 governing employment of substitute teachers
  • Introduced January 21, 2026, by Delegates Holstein, Hornby, and T. Howell and referred to the Committee on Education

Legislative Description

Clarifying how substitute teachers may serve for extended periods.

Education (K12)

Last Action

To House Education

1/21/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/21/2026

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