W.Va. House idles charter-school bill as time dwindles
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – As the legislative session winds down, the Republican-led House of Delegates has idled a push to introduce charter schools in West Virginia.
Delegates took the charter school bill off the calendar for a Friday evening vote.
House Speaker Tim Armstead says there’s a “good chance” the bill is revived Saturday, the last day of the 60-day session.
The Kanawha County Republican says delegates are working through issues.
Charter schools generally have more flexibility with public money. West Virginia is one of eight states that don’t allow them.
The measure would allow two charter schools annually for the first five years. County school boards would have final say.
This week, a House committee voted against a nondiscrimination clause for gay, bisexual and transgender students.
The issue has caused consternation in the House.