Creating Support for Neglected Schools Act

SB 762, the "Creating Support for Neglected Schools Act," proposes a funding mechanism to support school construction and major improvements in West Virginia. It would allocate up to 10% of available state funds for the School Building Authority to finance projects meeting statewide educational needs, including vocational programs at high schools and community college partnerships. The bill requires schools to submit approved 10-year facility plans before receiving funds and mandates that the authority consider all other funding sources for proposed projects. It also sets aside 2% of funds as an emergency reserve for urgent facility needs. The bill is currently pending in the Senate Education Committee.