SB 498 - Prohibits the Teaching of Critical Race Theory Concepts in Public Schools - West Virginia Key Vote
Timeline
- House Bill Passed
- March 11, 2022
- Senate Bill Passed
- March 2, 2022
- Introduced
- Jan. 28, 2022
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Title: Prohibits the Teaching of Critical Race Theory Concepts in Public Schools
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that prohibits teaching of critical race theory concepts in public schools.
Highlights:
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Defines “biological sex”, “ethnic group”, other terms (WV Code 18-2-9b).
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Limits teaching of certain concepts relating to race, gender, etc. (WV Code 18-2-9b(b)).
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Establishes complaint process for parents (WV Code 18-2-9b(d)).
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Establishes similar concept restrictions in higher education (WV Code 18B-14-4(d)).
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Requires campuses to report violations of restrictions to Higher Education Policy Commission or Council for Community and Technical College Education (WV Code 18B-14-4(f)).
Title: Prohibits the Teaching of Critical Race Theory Concepts in Public Schools
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that prohibits teaching of critical race theory concepts in public schools.
Highlights:
-
Defines “biological sex”, “ethnic group”, other terms (WV Code 18-2-9b).
-
Limits teaching of certain concepts relating to race, gender, etc. (WV Code 18-2-9b(b)).
-
Establishes complaint process for parents (WV Code 18-2-9b(d)).
-
Establishes similar concept restrictions in higher education (WV Code 18B-14-4(d)).
-
Requires campuses to report violations of restrictions to Higher Education Policy Commission or Council for Community and Technical College Education (WV Code 18B-14-4(f)).
Title: Prohibits the Teaching of Critical Race Theory Concepts in Public Schools