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West Virginia lawmakers failed to pass Raylee’s Law, which would have restricted homeschooling during abuse investigations, sparking criticism over child safety.
West Virginia lawmakers failed to pass Raylee’s Law, a bill aimed at halting homeschooling for children when a parent is under child abuse or neglect investigation, during the final hours of the 2026 legislative session.
The measure, named after 8-year-old Raylee Browning who died in 2018 after being removed from school and subjected to abuse, was blocked by procedural delays and amendments.
Lawmakers and child safety advocates condemned the decision as a moral failure, arguing the bill would not restrict legitimate homeschooling but prevent abusers from exploiting the system.
Critics say the delay reflects a prioritization of political tactics over protecting vulnerable children.
Los legisladores de Virginia Occidental no lograron aprobar la Ley Raylee, que habría restringido la educación en el hogar durante las investigaciones de abuso, lo que provocó críticas sobre la seguridad de los niños.