SB 394
Authorizing WVSSAC to promulgate legislative rules
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) to create and enforce specific rules for interscholastic athletic events and other extracurricular activities in West Virginia public and private secondary schools. It clarifies the commission’s authority, establishes a process for rule promulgation, and outlines how private and home-schooled students can participate in these activities. The bill also addresses funding for the commission and clarifies rules regarding participation for students in alternative education programs.
Key provisions
- The West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission is granted the authority to promulgate legislative rules governing athletic and extracurricular activities.
- County boards of education can delegate control of these activities to the WVSSAC.
- The WVSSAC’s rules must comply with West Virginia’s open meetings and public records laws.
- Private and parochial schools, as well as home-schooled students and those in the Hope Scholarship Program or microschools/learning pods, can participate under the same rules as public schools.
- Eligibility for participation requires meeting specific academic and age requirements, and agreeing to commission rules.
- The WVSSAC can recognize preparatory athletic programs for national competition purposes.
- The commission’s funds are subject to an annual audit.
- The commission may incorporate as a nonprofit corporation.
Who is affected
- West Virginia public secondary schools
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