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WV HB4849
Bill
Status
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Henry Dillon
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AI Summary
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County school superintendents or Local School Improvement Committees may apply directly to the School Building Authority (SBA) for emergency funding to remediate hazards to school buildings caused by natural processes
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The SBA must immediately assess reported hazards and facilitate a Request for Proposal (RFP) process for remediation work
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Remediation funding is prioritized when the projected cost is less than 50% of the school's value as reflected in the Comprehensive Education Facilities Plan
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Creates new section §18-9D-22 in the West Virginia Code under Article 9D (School Building Authority)
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Introduced January 27, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Education
Legislative Description
Authorize the Superintendent of the county schools district to apply directly to the School Building Authority for emergency funding to facilitate remediation of hazards.
Education (K12)
Last Action
To House Education
1/27/2026