SB 969
Providing county boards of education option to obtain certain alternate professional or other liability insurance coverage
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Bill overview
This bill allows West Virginia county boards of education to obtain professional or other liability insurance coverage from licensed insurance carriers in addition to the state’s Risk and Insurance Management Board. It establishes minimum coverage amounts, including $1,250,000 per occurrence and an additional $5 million excess coverage purchased by the county boards. The bill also mandates annual notification of insurance coverage details to school personnel and charter schools meeting specific criteria.
Key provisions
- County boards of education can obtain liability insurance from state-licensed carriers.
- Minimum coverage amounts are set at $1,250,000 per occurrence, with an additional $5 million excess coverage.
- Annual written notice of insurance coverage must be provided to school personnel and charter schools.
- The bill applies to public charter schools authorized under specific state law.
- Insurance policies must include comprehensive, personal injury, malpractice, and legal liability coverage.
- County boards are required to defend insureds in lawsuits related to alleged negligence.
- Effective dates for different provisions of the bill are specified.
- The bill clarifies that provisions applicable to county boards also apply to charter schools.
Who is affected
- County Boards of Education
- Teachers
- School Board Members
- County Superintendents of Schools
- Public Charter Schools
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