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WV HB5355

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Green

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Teaching positions held by uncertified individuals may be considered vacant and open for bid annually until filled by a certified teacher
  • Applies specifically to West Virginia public school teaching positions where the current holder lacks certification for that particular position
  • Amends §18A-2-2 of the West Virginia Code regarding school personnel employment and contracts
  • Introduced February 9, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Education
  • Sponsored by Delegates Green, Dean, Ellington, Bell, Pritt, Hornby, Stephens, Sheedy, Ferrell, and Foggin

Legislative Description

If a person who is not certified is holding a teaching position in a WV public school - that position has to come up for bid every year until it is held by a certified person.

Education (K12)

Last Action

To House Education

2/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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