This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to establish specific procedures for legal actions involving the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission. It requires that any party intending to file a lawsuit against the Commission must provide a written notice of the claim at least 30 days prior to initiating the action. This notice must be sent via certified mail to the Commission, the State School Board, and the Attorney General. The bill also includes provisions for tolling the statute of limitations for 30 days from the date of mailing the notice, and it exempts actions seeking injunctive relief from this notice requirement if irreparable harm would occur due to delays.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any legal action involving the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission must be filed in the Circuit Court of Kanawha County, with an exception for cases brought by or on behalf of students enrolled in schools located in Kanawha County, which may be filed in any other county in the state. This amendment aims to clarify the jurisdiction and procedural requirements for legal claims against the Commission, ensuring that all parties are aware of the necessary steps before pursuing litigation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-2-25