This bill aims to amend the existing law regarding the rulemaking process of the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) by bringing it under the legislative review. Specifically, it modifies section 18-2-5a of the Code of West Virginia to require that any rules proposed by the WVDE must be submitted for legislative approval before they can be implemented. The bill defines a "rule" as any regulation, standard, policy statement, or interpretation that has general application and future effect.

The proposed changes include the insertion of language that mandates the WVDE to propose rules for legislative approval in accordance with the relevant sections of the code. Furthermore, it stipulates that the rulemaking process by the department cannot proceed until the Legislature has approved the proposed rules. This legislative oversight aims to enhance accountability and ensure that the rules governing education in West Virginia are subject to legislative scrutiny.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-2-5a