This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to explicitly prohibit public school employees from using school resources for election advocacy efforts and from engaging in political activities during their work hours, with the exception of teaching government education classes. The new provisions state that any person employed in a public school is forbidden from participating in election advocacy while on duty, ensuring that school resources are not utilized for political purposes.

Additionally, the bill reinforces existing regulations regarding political contributions and activities, maintaining strict penalties for violations. It establishes that any person found guilty of breaching these provisions may face misdemeanor charges, which could result in fines of up to $1,000 or imprisonment for up to one year, or both. The intent of the bill is to maintain the integrity of educational environments by separating them from political influences and activities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 3-8-12