Thousands of children are killed every year, whether it’s them driving under the influence or someone else. The truth is, people who choose to drive impaired often keep doing it unless there are real consequences. Yes, they need may need rehab and help and that should also be provided but they NEED accountability. That means facing SERIOUS punishment so they truly understand the weight of their choices and TRULY get clean of whatever they’re on/using. God sparing their life is mercy enough; they shouldn’t walk free without consequences after taking someone else’s.

It is our belief that this bill should be passed.   So many families of our state have lost loved ones, fathers mothers, children and get no justice from a person who has chosen to drink and drive and taking the lives of innocent people.   Imagine if this was your child….think about that a minute…if this was your child or your mother that lost their life because of someone else’s inconsiderate and neglectful decisions to go against the law and drink and drive wouldn’t you feel the punishment should fit the crime.   Yes it should be doubled, there shouldn’t even be any chance of early release, that child or mother has no other chance to live a life that was so carelessly taken away.   Please pass this bill to maybe help protect or children and families.

"For West Virginia to retain and attract teachers and educators in this particular field, our state must ensure that qualified teachers within West Virginia are incentivized to stay and work in West Virginia schools."

"West Virginia currently faces a shortage of educators, particularly with those who have specialized training in the mathematics, science and special education fields, which has likely contributed to underperformance in student test scores."

"(1) A math, science or special education teacher who has been employed in an elementary or secondary public school in this state for three years shall be eligible for up to $2,000 in debt relief through this scholarship.

(2) A math, science or special education teacher who has been employed in an elementary or secondary public school in this state for six years shall be eligible for up to $4,000 in debt relief: Provided, That the total debt relief per teacher may not exceed $4,000."

"§18C-10-4. Eligibility requirements; agreements; sunset provision.

(a) To be eligible for the West Virginia Math, Science, and Special Education Teacher Scholarship Program, an individual shall satisfy the following requirements: (2) Have completed at least a Master's Degree in Education, with a specialization in mathematics, science or special education;"

I support this bill, we have so many people out walking around after committing murder. That’s exactly what it is. They knew what they were doing when they got in the driver seat and started the engine. We need change!

1. Please pass Baylea Law we need more penalties for this type of crime. House bill 4712.

This law needs passed more than ever! There should be stiffer penalties in place for DUI causing death! This bill could help save someones life!

I dont know the people wanting this bill  but I think anyone who is impaired and kills someone innocent deserves to serve time. They shouldn't get out on "good behavior" nor should they get out on any type of program. They need to spend their time because the victims families have to suffer every single day so why should they get off without having to serve time..

I am writing in support of HB 5345. This bill would provide more predictable payments to childcare providers, help keep childcare programs financially stable, and protect enrollment-based payments in state law in case federal policies change in the future.