HB 2819
Creating penalties for county and state boards of education for providing misinformation to parents, custodians, reviewers, or any other individual through any form of communication
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Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill establishes penalties for West Virginia county and state boards of education if they provide misinformation to parents, custodians, reviewers, or other individuals through various communication channels. The penalties range from $500 per incident for direct misinformation to $5,000 for misinformation on official websites and social media. Additionally, fines will be levied for failing to file paperwork appropriately for HOPE Scholarship recipients, with funds directed to West Virginia Home Educators Association and Christian Home Educators of West Virginia. The bill aims to ensure transparency and protect parental rights in the homeschooling process.
Key provisions
- A $500 fine for each instance of direct misinformation provided to parents, custodians, reviewers, or individuals.
- A $5,000 fine for misinformation disseminated through official websites and social media platforms.
- Fines for failing to file paperwork appropriately and on time for HOPE Scholarship recipients, resulting in scholarship loss.
- Funds from fines will be paid to the West Virginia Home Educators Association and Christian Home Educators of West Virginia.
- Specific examples of misinformation covered include incorrect guidance on homeschooling notices, misrepresentation of required information, and misleading claims about homeschool diplomas and student eligibility.
- The bill addresses misinformation related to exemptions outlined in sections 18-8-1(c), 18-8-1(m), and 18-8-1(n) of the Code of West Virginia.
Who is affected
- County and state boards of education
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