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WV HJR39
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Laura Kimble
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to change the State Board of Education from nine Governor-appointed members to five regionally elected members (partisan elections) plus four Governor-appointed at-large members
- Shortens board member terms from nine years to four years, with a two-term limit for all members
- Divides the state into five regions, with each region electing one board member; initial elected terms would be staggered at two and four years beginning with the 2028 general election
- Requires any rules or policies promulgated by the Board of Education to be submitted to the Legislature for review and approval, amendment, or rejection
- Would appear on the 2026 general election ballot for voter ratification if passed by two-thirds of the Legislature
Legislative Description
To modify the makeup of the State Board of Education
Last Action
To House Education
2/17/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/17/2026
Full Bill Text
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