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WV SB1004
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Glenn Jeffries
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AI Summary
- Requires county boards of education to hold a countywide referendum before closing or consolidating any school, with majority voter approval needed to proceed
- Exempts school closures or consolidations that were already included in a voter-approved construction bond issue
- Allows the referendum to be held during a regularly scheduled primary or general election, or during a special election called for that purpose
- Adds this voter approval requirement to existing procedural requirements including public hearings, written impact statements, and 30-day notice periods
Legislative Description
Adding voter approval requirement to close or consolidate schools
Education (K12)
Last Action
To Education
2/19/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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