This bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia to enhance funding for rural county school systems. It introduces a new definition for "rural county," specifying that it refers to counties with a total enrollment of fewer than 2,200 students, which also have students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Additionally, the bill adds a new section, 18-9A-2b, which establishes an increased per child allotment for these rural counties, setting the ratio at 3:1 for students with IEPs.

The implementation of this increased funding will involve collaboration between the West Virginia Board of Education and the respective county boards of education. This legislative change is designed to address the unique challenges faced by rural counties in providing adequate educational resources and support for students with special needs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-9A-2, 18-9A-2b