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Coverage dated September 25, 2026

West Virginia lawmakers battle in court over the Board of Education’s independence

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In April 2025, the West Virginia Legislature passed a law that would give itself power over state Board of Education regulations. Voters have twice defeated constitutional amendment proposals that would have given the Legislature control.

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  1. Mountain State Spotlight

    Lawmakers have long sought to weaken the Board of Education’s independence. Here’s what to know about the latest court battle. (opens Mountain State Spotlight)

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    WV Board of Education and lawmakers battle for control over education policy. Lawmakers have long sought to weaken the Board of Education’s independence. Here’s what to know about the latest court battle.

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    West Virginia lawmakers battle in court over the Board of Education’s independence (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    In April 2025, the West Virginia Legislature passed a law that would give itself power over state Board of Education regulations. Voters have twice defeated constitutional amendment proposals that would have given the Legislature control.