HB 3446
Permitting public high school students submit FAFSA prior to graduation
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Bill overview
This bill requires all public high school students in West Virginia to complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before graduating. Students or their parents/guardians must either file a FAFSA or submit a waiver explaining why they are not filing. The goal is to increase student access to financial aid resources. The bill also outlines requirements for public charter schools, including exemptions from certain regulations and adherence to federal laws.
Key provisions
- Public high school students must complete and submit a FAFSA before graduation.
- Students or their parents/guardians must file a FAFSA or submit a waiver.
- The bill establishes a new section (§18-2-46) in the West Virginia Code to address this requirement.
- Public charter schools are exempt from certain regulations typically applied to public schools, except for specific federal laws.
- The bill outlines requirements for high schools to provide support to students in completing the FAFSA.
- The state board is tasked with developing rules to ensure compliance with federal privacy laws.
- The bill addresses criminal history checks for school personnel.
- The bill requires an annual independent audit for public charter schools.
Who is affected
- Public high school students
- Parents/Guardians of public high school students
- Public high schools
- Public charter schools
- West Virginia Department of Education
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