The bill establishes the Washington Center for Civics, Culture, and Statesmanship at West Virginia University, aimed at promoting knowledge of classical western history, American constitutional thought, and developing future leaders through research, teaching, and mentorship. The center will be provided with necessary infrastructure and classroom space by the university and will have specific goals, including enriching the curriculum in American constitutional studies, fostering responsible leadership, and enhancing intellectual diversity within the academic community. The center will also be responsible for developing various academic programs and degrees, including a statesmanship minor.

The governance of the center will include a director appointed by the Governor with Senate approval, who will report to the university's president and provost. The director will oversee faculty recruitment, curriculum development, and budget management, while adhering to university policies. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that faculty meet university qualifications, prohibits legislators from being employed by the center for a specified period, and mandates an annual report to the university's Board of Governors and the Joint Committee on Government and Finance detailing the center's activities and challenges.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18B-11-8
Committee Substitute: 18B-11-8
Engrossed Committee Substitute: 18B-11-8
Enrolled Committee Substitute: 18B-11-8