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WV SCR5
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
3/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Rucker
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AI Summary
- Requests the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study state and county expenditures from the Public School Support Program and evaluate whether a School Finance Transparency Commission is needed
- Study would examine how county boards of education spend state appropriations and local share funds, including personnel, administration, operations, and instructional services expenditures
- Analysis would identify trends in enrollment changes, staffing levels, cost drivers, and statutory requirements creating financial strains on county boards of education
- Joint Committee must submit findings and recommendations to the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker by December 31, 2026
- Full report with draft legislation to be presented to the 2027 regular legislative session
Legislative Description
Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study need for School Finance Transparency Commission
Last Action
Ordered to House
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules3/6/2026
Full Bill Text
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