SB 706
Bringing Department of Education under rule-making review of Legislature
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires the West Virginia Department of Education to submit proposed rules to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Education Accountability for review before they can be implemented. It also mandates that the Department of Education’s rulemaking process must receive approval from the Legislature before any new or revised rules take effect. This change aims to increase legislative oversight of the Department of Education’s regulations. The bill clarifies the definition of ‘rule’ for the purpose of this legislation.
Key provisions
- The West Virginia Department of Education must submit proposed rules to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Education Accountability.
- The Department of Education’s rulemaking process requires legislative approval.
- Rules cannot be implemented until they have received legislative approval.
- The bill defines ‘rule’ as a regulation, standard, policy, or interpretation.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Department of Education
- Legislative Oversight Commission on Education Accountability
- Legislature of West Virginia
Notable changes
- Requires the Department of Education to seek legislative approval for all rules.
- Establishes a review process by the Legislative Oversight Commission.
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