West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4497: To not entitle WV students to get aid from any WV schools unless they pass a college qualification exam in the 10th grade
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 4497 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To not entitle WV students to get aid from any WV schools unless they pass a college qualification exam in the 10th grade. Primary sponsor: Michael Amos (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 19, 2026): To House Education.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Amos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 27 |
| Scot Heckert | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- To House Education
- Introduced in House
- To Education
- Filed for introduction