HB 4967
To allow for the WVSSAC to pull coaching certificates of coaches who are found guilty of illegal recruiting
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill allows the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) to revoke the coaching certificates of coaches who have been found guilty of illegally recruiting student athletes. The WVSSAC already has authority over athletic events and extracurricular activities, and this bill strengthens that authority by explicitly granting them the power to suspend coaching credentials in cases of illegal recruitment. This ensures greater accountability for coaches and protects student athletes from improper recruitment practices.
Key provisions
- The WVSSAC can now revoke coaching certificates for coaches found guilty of illegal recruiting.
- The WVSSAC already has authority over interscholastic athletic events and band activities.
- The bill clarifies the WVSSAC's role in regulating athletic activities, including those of private and parochial schools.
- It outlines eligibility requirements for student athletes participating in interscholastic activities, including academic standards and age restrictions.
- The WVSSAC can recognize preparatory athletic programs for national competition while limiting their participation in state events.
Who is affected
- Coaches
- Student Athletes
- West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC)
- Secondary Schools (Public and Private)
- Parents of Student Athletes
Notable changes
- Explicitly grants the WVSSAC the authority to suspend coaching credentials for illegal recruiting.
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