Prohibiting sexual orientation instruction in public schools

Replaced the detailed complaint investigation and appeals system with a single reference to existing Board Policy 7211, removing the complainant's right to appeal unsubstantiated findings.

Added authority for the Attorney General to bring legal actions to enforce compliance with the section.

Added a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the bill is found unconstitutional, the rest remains in effect.

Added an exemption for instruction related to sexual orientation and gender identity in dual enrollment or advanced placement courses.

Simplified the formatting and structure of the bill text while maintaining the same core definitions for terms like biological sex, gender identity, and parent.

Added a formal complaint and appeals system allowing parents to file complaints about violations, with specific timelines for investigation and appeal processes.

Created administrative sanctions for teachers and employees, including written reprimands, suspension, and termination recommendations based on substantiated complaints.

Added civil action provisions allowing parents to sue county boards of education if the school or board refuses to follow complaint procedures or appeal processes.

Added provision establishing exclusive remedies for violations, limiting other legal avenues and clarifying that criminal reporting remains allowed.

Reformatted definitions section to use numbered list format instead of bullet points for clarity.

Updated sponsor list to include Senators Hart and Woodrum, and changed committee reporting from Education to Judiciary committee.

Removed subsection (d) requiring public school employees to report student accommodation requests to administrators, and removed subsection (e) allowing parents to file complaints under state board rule.

Modified the reporting requirement language to remove specific details about how student accommodation requests should be handled and reported.

Changed enforcement language from allowing the Attorney General to enforce compliance to allowing parents to bring civil actions with potential for damages and attorney fees.

Removed subsection (h) regarding the Attorney General's enforcement authority and modified the severability clause language.

Added navigation links and website formatting elements that were present in the original Enrolled Version but removed in the Committee Substitute.

Added complaint filing mechanism through West Virginia Board of Education Policy 7211

Added provision allowing discipline or dismissal of school personnel who violate the section

Added Attorney General authority to bring actions to enforce compliance

Added definition of 'biological sex' as the sex listed on a student's birth certificate issued at or near the time of birth

Expanded exceptions to prohibition on instruction to include dual enrollment and advanced placement courses

Changed notification requirement from giving notice to school principal to providing advance written notification to parents

Added requirement for State Board of Education to consult with Higher Education Policy Commission when promulgating rules

Added certification language from Clerks of Senate and House and Governor signature block