Require the teaching of classical informal logic in public middle schools and implmenting rquirements for teachers to teach logic courses

HB 5420 requires West Virginia public schools to implement a "Logic for Living" curriculum for students in grades 7-10, focusing on practical reasoning skills like identifying logical fallacies, constructing sound arguments, and evaluating evidence. It directly affects public schools, teachers, and students by mandating a dedicated semester-long logic course starting in the 2028-2029 school year, with phased county implementation. Key mechanisms include developing interdisciplinary materials (integrating logic into subjects like science and social studies), involving the West Virginia University Washington Center for curriculum design and teacher training, and requiring new teacher endorsements for logic instruction. The bill emphasizes informal logic - such as recognizing flawed arguments (e.g., ad hominem or false dilemmas) - rather than formal logic, aiming to strengthen critical thinking for college, careers, and civic engagement.