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WV HB4904
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Elliott Pritt
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AI Summary
- Defines "critical vacancy" in public education as a position that must be filled to maintain student success, safety, and meet required compliance and certification standards
- Requires county board staff who are certified in the subject area of a critical vacancy to serve as substitute teachers in the classroom until the position is permanently filled
- Amends existing West Virginia law (§18A-2-2b) governing employment of prospective teachers and professional personnel
- Maintains existing provisions allowing county boards to recruit prospective teachers, offer signing bonuses or moving expenses from local funds, and post critical need positions for at least 10 working days
Legislative Description
Relating to critical vacancies in public education
Education (K12)
Last Action
To House Education
1/29/2026
Committee Referrals
Education1/29/2026
Full Bill Text
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