Strengthen school bullying laws.

HB 5577 requires West Virginia county school boards to establish and regularly review anti-bullying policies that include specific components like clear definitions, reporting procedures, and victim protections. It mandates that school boards actively seek input from parents, guardians, and students when updating these policies, and ensures all modifications are transparent to the school community. School boards must also report on policy effectiveness to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Education Accountability (LOCEA) at LOCEA's discretion. This bill directly affects county school boards, students, and families by standardizing and improving how schools address harassment, intimidation, and bullying.