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{"bill_id":2077488,"bill_number":"HJR6","title":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to provide for the election of the West Virginia Superintendent of Free Schools in the General Election.","description":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to provide for the election of the West Virginia Superintendent of Free Schools in the General Election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR6/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=6&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2077528,"bill_number":"HJR14","title":"Eliminate the exchanging of funds for paying personal property taxes","description":"Eliminate the exchanging of funds for paying personal property taxes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR14/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=14&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2077575,"bill_number":"HJR9","title":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to create nine seperate districts for the members of the West Virginia Board of Education.","description":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to create nine seperate districts for the members of the West Virginia Board of Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR9/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=9&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2077621,"bill_number":"HJR11","title":"Amending the Homestead Exemption of the Constitution","description":"Amending the Homestead Exemption of the Constitution","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR11/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=11&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2077667,"bill_number":"HJR3","title":"To eliminate the offices of Treasurer and Auditor, replacing their duties and responsibilities under a new Office of Comptroller.","description":"To eliminate the offices of Treasurer and Auditor, replacing their duties and responsibilities under a new Office of Comptroller.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR3/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=3&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2077716,"bill_number":"HJR10","title":"Amend the state Constitution to give the people the powers of initiative, referendum and recall","description":"Amend the state Constitution to give the people the powers of initiative, referendum and recall","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR10/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=10&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2077763,"bill_number":"HJR5","title":"Increasing the Homestead Exemption","description":"Increasing the Homestead Exemption","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR5/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=5&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2077810,"bill_number":"HJR13","title":"Resolution for Term Limits for Senators and Delegates in the West Virginia Legislature","description":"Resolution for Term Limits for Senators and Delegates in the West Virginia Legislature","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR13/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=13&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2077854,"bill_number":"HJR4","title":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to change the term of office of the members of the West Virginia Board of Education from nine years to five years.","description":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to change the term of office of the members of the West Virginia Board of Education from nine years to five years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR4/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=4&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2077905,"bill_number":"HJR16","title":"Natural Resources and the Public Estate Amendment","description":"Natural Resources and the Public Estate Amendment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR16/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=16&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2077951,"bill_number":"HJR12","title":"Resolution for Constitutional Officer Term Limits","description":"Resolution for Constitutional Officer Term Limits","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR12/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=12&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2077998,"bill_number":"HJR2","title":"Require Governor to provide at least five days notice to all state legislators when calling a Special Session","description":"Require Governor to provide at least five days notice to all state legislators when calling a Special Session","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR2/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=2&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078043,"bill_number":"HJR15","title":"Increase Homestead exemption","description":"Increase Homestead exemption","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR15/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=15&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078094,"bill_number":"HJR1","title":"To increase the homestead exemption to $50,000.","description":"To increase the homestead exemption to $50,000.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR1/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078140,"bill_number":"HJR7","title":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to require single member districts for all West Virginia State Senators","description":"To amend the West Virginia Constitution to require single member districts for all West Virginia State Senators","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR7/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=7&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078189,"bill_number":"HJR8","title":"Initiative, Referendum, and Recall","description":"Initiative, Referendum, and Recall","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR8/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=8&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078241,"bill_number":"SJR11","title":"Homestead Exemption Increase Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to increase the Homestead Exemption from $20,000 to not less than the first $25,000 and to provide for periodic additional increases until such time as the exemption reaches $40,000 of the Homestead Exemption.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR11/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=11&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2078242,"bill_number":"SJR4","title":"State Senate and House of Delegates Term Limits Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia to prevent any person from serving more than three consecutive terms in the State Senate or more than six consecutive terms in the House of Delegates, for terms beginning after the ratification of the proposed amendment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR4/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=4&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078243,"bill_number":"SJR10","title":"Constitutional Officer Term Limit Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the constitution to prevent any person from serving in the office of Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer, Commissioner of Agriculture, or Attorney General for more than three consecutive terms beginning after January 1, 2029.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR10/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=10&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Kevan Bartlett"},
{"bill_id":2078244,"bill_number":"HB4166","title":"Require Governor to provide at least five days notice to all state legislators when calling a Special Session","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the proclamation of the convening of the Legislature by the governor be issued not less than five days prior to the convening of the Legislature and to require the governor give not less than five days' notice to state legislators when calling a special session.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4166/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4166&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078257,"bill_number":"HB4154","title":"To require all West Virginia public employee retirement agencies to provide an annual cost of living adjustment for all retirees who have been retired for over ten (10) years","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a cost-of-living adjustment for retired public employees and school personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4154/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4154&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078258,"bill_number":"HB4085","title":"To increase penalties for selling or facilitating the sale of alcohol to a minor.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the penalties for selling or obtaining alcohol for a minor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Courts","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4085/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4085&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2078261,"bill_number":"SB146","title":"Uniform Unlawful Restriction in Land Records Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the Uniform Unlawful Restriction in Land Records Act, considered by the state Uniform Law Commission, which provides a mechanism for amending an existing deed by filing a document in the deed books that severs an unlawful restriction contained therein by filing a document with the County Clerk which declares that the discriminatory provision of the deed is void and does not pass through to the subsequent chain of title.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB146/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=146&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078262,"bill_number":"HB4279","title":"Relating to authorizing the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to administration of preneed burial contracts.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to administration of preneed burial contracts.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4279/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4279&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078264,"bill_number":"HB4212","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Water and Waste Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to hazardous waste management system.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Water and Waste Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to hazardous waste management system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4212/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4212&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078266,"bill_number":"SB32","title":"Establishing branch banks and FDIC insurance requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to preclude the establishment of a branch bank or the acquisition or merger of a bank or a credit union by a bank or credit union unless they are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB32/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=32&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078267,"bill_number":"SB171","title":"Creating WV Released Time Education Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Released Time Education Act. The bill provides for a title. The bill creates definitions. The bill provides for released time excusal policies. The bill provides credit for released time courses. Finally, the bill provides for remedies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB171/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=171&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078270,"bill_number":"SB122","title":"Repealing athletic eligibility of transfer students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the requirement that the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission modify its rules to allow high school students to transfer schools and retain athletic eligibility, so that the Commission may modify its rules relating to athletic eligibility of transfer students in its discretion.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB122/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=122&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078272,"bill_number":"SB2","title":"Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB2/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=2&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078274,"bill_number":"SB28","title":"Allowing members of State Police retirement system to use accrued leave as credit toward retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a phased in increase in the homestead exemption; provide that change to exemption contingent on passage of constitutional amendment; and repeal limitation on levy rates when appraisal results in tax increase.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB28/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=28&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2078275,"bill_number":"HB4214","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to carbon dioxide sequestration fee schedule.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to carbon dioxide sequestration fee schedule.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4214/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4214&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078278,"bill_number":"HB4333","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special migratory game bird hunting.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special migratory game bird hunting.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4333/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4333&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078281,"bill_number":"SB71","title":"Requiring coverage for certain pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require PEIA, Medicaid, and other health insurance providers to cover for treatment of pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections and pediatric acute onset neuropsychiatric syndrome if certain conditions are met.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB71/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=71&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078282,"bill_number":"SB149","title":"Allowing certain contracted counsel for executive agencies to purchase years of service in PERS","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow certain contracted counsel for executive agencies to purchase years of service in the Public Employees Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB149/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=149&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078285,"bill_number":"HB4248","title":"Relating to authorizing the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mental health parity.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mental health parity.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4248/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4248&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078286,"bill_number":"HB4189","title":"Relating to Hope Scholarships awards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to help preserve Hope Scholarship funding resources by placing family income eligibility limitations for Hope scholarships, and providing the county schools be reimbursed for services provided to Hope scholarship recipients.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4189/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4189&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2078289,"bill_number":"HB4278","title":"Relating to authorizing the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the sale of damaged goods or damaged products.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the sale of damaged goods or damaged products.This section is new; therefore, strike-through and underscoring have been omitted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4278/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4278&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078292,"bill_number":"SB239","title":"Modifying ratio of children at family child care facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the ratio of children in family child care facilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB239/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=239&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2078293,"bill_number":"SB230","title":"Requiring electric utility meter choice","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that all electricity providers give their customers a choice between the smart meters and manually read meters that are installed on their homes, businesses, or rental units.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB230/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=230&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078295,"bill_number":"HB4262","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to motor vehicle equipment.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to motor vehicle equipment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4262/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4262&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078299,"bill_number":"HB4323","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Economic Development to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Tourism Development Districts.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Economic Development to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Tourism Development Districts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4323/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4323&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078301,"bill_number":"HB4072","title":"Creating the Employee Child Care Assistance Partnership","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Employee Child Care Assistance Partnership Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4072/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4072&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078304,"bill_number":"SB98","title":"Requiring political action committee to disclose contributors' names and addresses to Secretary of State","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a political action committee to disclose the names and addresses of its contributors to the Secretary of State.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB98/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=98&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2078309,"bill_number":"HB4219","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to clinical laboratory practitioner licensure.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to clinical laboratory practitioner licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4219/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4219&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078313,"bill_number":"SB134","title":"Renaming WV Board of Physical Therapy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the name of the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy to the \"West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB134/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=134&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078314,"bill_number":"HB4155","title":"To include all West Virginia correctional classifications in the Natural Resources Officer Pension System.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include West Virginia correctional classifications in the Natural Resources Officer Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4155/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4155&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078317,"bill_number":"HB4130","title":"Increase penalties for abuse of or cruelty to animals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide increased protections for the welfare of domestic animals in the care of animal shelters, breeders, and private individuals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4130/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4130&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078318,"bill_number":"HB4180","title":"Provide volunteer firemen free license plates and vehicle registration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit volunteer firefighters with five or more years of service to be eligible for free vehicle registrations and license plates on their personal vehicle.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4180/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4180&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078319,"bill_number":"SB6","title":"Requiring legal actions concerning WVSSAC to be filed in Wood or Kanawha County","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require legal injunctions and legal actions involving the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission to be filed in either Wood County or Kanawha County.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB6/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=6&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078322,"bill_number":"HB4330","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to defining terms used in hunting and trapping.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to defining terms used in hunting and trapping.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4330/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4330&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078323,"bill_number":"HB4316","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to general provisions for athletic trainers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to general provisions for athletic trainers.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4316/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4316&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078325,"bill_number":"SB131","title":"Creating credit against severance tax for certain infrastructure improvements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a credit against the severance tax to encourage private companies to make infrastructure improvements to highways, roads and bridges in this state. The bill limits the total amount of road and highway infrastructure improvement credits which can be certified by the Secretary of Transportation. The bill seeks to encourage greater capital investment in coal production and processing facilities. The bill will increase economic opportunity in this state. The bill authorizes the claiming of the credits. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB131/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=131&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078329,"bill_number":"SB49","title":"Relating to permissible expenditures by Water Development Authority from Infrastructure Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase permissible expenditures by the Water Development Authority from the Infrastructure Fund; modify the upper limit of funds which may be transferred to sub account; raising the cap on total project costs for certain facilities for use of Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account funding; and allow the authority to grant infrastructure grant money from the Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account to certain projects for the upgrading of a water facility or wastewater facility to reduce maintenance costs, operations costs, or waterline leakages.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB49/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=49&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078331,"bill_number":"HB4203","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the public entities insurance program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the public entities insurance program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4203/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4203&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078332,"bill_number":"HB4161","title":"Providing authority for West Virginia law enforcement agencies to fine individual vehicle owners who fail to register their vehicle that have been parked at their residence for more than sixty days","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide authority for West Virginia law enforcement agencies to fine an individual who has a vehicle with out of state license plates that has been parked at their residence for more than 90 days.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4161/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4161&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078335,"bill_number":"SB227","title":"Creating Nonprofit Transparency and Accountability Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Non-Profit Transparency and Accountability Act, which will require that all nonprofit organizations that receive any part of their total operating funds from public sources, whether state or federal, shall be subject to Freedom of Information Act requests and bear the responsibility to respond to these requests under the same requirements as a public body.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB227/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=227&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078336,"bill_number":"SB193","title":"Relating generally to transfer on death deed","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth the requisite capacity requirements for a transfer on death deed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB193/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=193&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078339,"bill_number":"HB4076","title":"Relating to the sale of homemade food items and honey","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize production and sale of homemade food items under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4076/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4076&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078341,"bill_number":"SB96","title":"Requiring counties to register automated external defibrillators with Office of Emergency Medical Services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require counties to register automated external defibrillators with the Office of Emergency Medical Services. The bill provides a penalty when a county fails to register such a device.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB96/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=96&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2078342,"bill_number":"HB4289","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to funeral directors, embalmers, apprentices, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to funeral directors, embalmers, apprentices, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4289/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4289&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078346,"bill_number":"SB65","title":"Removing persons who perform drywall services from definition of “contractor” in Contractor Licensing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the definition of \"contractor\" in the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Act does not include persons who perform drywall services.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB65/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=65&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078349,"bill_number":"SB244","title":"Making ad valorem taxes on property payable only to county in which property is located","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the county to which ad valorem taxes should be paid when the seat of a well is in a different county than the location of the property from which the well draws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB244/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=244&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2078350,"bill_number":"HB4039","title":"Limit amount a county tax assessor can increase assessed value of antique or classic cars","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county tax assessor to have a justification for increasing the valuation of an antique or classic vehicle.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4039/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4039&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078353,"bill_number":"HB4230","title":"Relating to to authorizing the Governor’s Committee on Crime, Delinquency, and Correction to promulgate a legislative rule relating to law enforcement training and certification standards.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Governor's Committee on Crime, Delinquency, and Correction to promulgate a legislative rule relating to law enforcement training and certification standards.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4230/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4230&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078357,"bill_number":"SB174","title":"Updating language and increasing penalties for indecent exposure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change language concerning indecent exposure and increase the penalties associated with it.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB174/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=174&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078358,"bill_number":"HB4254","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to a tax credit for providing vehicles to low-income workers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to tax credit for providing vehicles to low-income workers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4254/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4254&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078359,"bill_number":"SB48","title":"Relating to powers and duties of PSC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that an electric utility rate or fee increase that is not in effect by November 20 in any year may not take effect earlier than April 1 of the subsequent year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB48/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=48&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078364,"bill_number":"HB4218","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees for services.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees for services.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4218/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4218&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078368,"bill_number":"HB4244","title":"Relating to authorizing the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the advertisement of accident and sickness insurance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the advertisement of accident and sickness insurance.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4244/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4244&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078371,"bill_number":"SB29","title":"Providing pay increases to members of judiciary","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide increased protections for the welfare of domestic animals in the care of animal shelters, breeders, and private individuals.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB29/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=29&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078374,"bill_number":"SB104","title":"Providing certain state mine inspectors with raise","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide state mine inspectors with a $4,000 raise.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB104/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=104&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078375,"bill_number":"SB188","title":"Changing length of term of state political party chair","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the length of term of the state political party committee chair.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB188/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=188&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2078377,"bill_number":"SB76","title":"Providing exemption from state severance tax for coal sold to coal-fired power plants located in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage and incentivize the sale of thermal or steam coal to coal-fired electric generating facilities, which are located in West Virginia and that serve West Virginia residents, by exempting the sale of such coal from the severance tax, thereby providing cheaper electricity to the state's residents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB76/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=76&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078379,"bill_number":"HB4305","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to osteopathic physician assistants.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to osteopathic physician assistants.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4305/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4305&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078381,"bill_number":"HB4181","title":"Permitting middle or high school students to participate in travel sports teams without repercussion.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to forbid the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission from taking any adverse action against middle or high school student athletes who participate in travel sports.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4181/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4181&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2078382,"bill_number":"HB4312","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacy permits.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacy permits.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4312/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4312&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078386,"bill_number":"SB90","title":"Prohibiting voters not affiliated with major political party from voting ballot of political party in primary election","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit voters not affiliated with a major political party from voting the primary election ballot of any political party.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB90/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=90&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078388,"bill_number":"HB4283","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to barber apprenticeship.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to barber apprenticeship.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4283/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4283&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078389,"bill_number":"SB120","title":"Eliminating income tax on qualified tipped wages","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize a personal income tax deduction applicable to qualified tipped wages.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB120/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=120&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078392,"bill_number":"HB4209","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to control of air pollution from hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to control of air pollution from hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4209/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4209&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078394,"bill_number":"HB4048","title":"To prohibit placement of children in unlicensed organizations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the crime of sale or barter of a child for adoption and the prohibition of placement of children for adoption by an unlicensed person or organization and create criminal penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4048/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4048&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2078395,"bill_number":"HB4213","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to requirements governing water quality standards.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Water and Waste Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to requirements governing water quality standards.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4213/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4213&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078400,"bill_number":"HB4109","title":"Removing cap on numbers of wells operators required to pay annual oversight fee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the cap on the number of gas and other type wells for which operators are required to pay annual oversight fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4109/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4109&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2078402,"bill_number":"SB55","title":"Establishing criminal offense for obstructing or hindering home incarceration supervisor or social services worker","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a criminal offense for knowingly, willfully, and forcibly obstructing or hindering home incarceration supervisors and social service workers while they are lawfully acting in their official capacity and the obstructing or hindering causes their death; establishing criminal penalty therefor of imprisonment in a state correctional facility for 15 years to life.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB55/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=55&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078405,"bill_number":"SB43","title":"Removing rape and incest exception to obtain abortion in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove exceptions for rape and incest for the current abortion law in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB43/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=43&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078407,"bill_number":"HB4242","title":"Relating to authorizing the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to premium financing for life insurance for college students.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to premium financing for life insurance for college students.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4242/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4242&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078408,"bill_number":"SB50","title":"Providing all coal severance tax be provided to county that produced coal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the coal severance tax shall go to the respective county that produced the coal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB50/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=50&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078411,"bill_number":"SB7","title":"Increasing Homestead Property Tax Exemption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the Homestead Exemption for homeowners from $20,000 to $40,000.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB7/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=7&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078413,"bill_number":"HB4293","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education for physicians and podiatric physicians.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education for physicians and podiatric physicians.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4293/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4293&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078415,"bill_number":"HB4264","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special purpose vehicles.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special purpose vehicles.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4264/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4264&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078416,"bill_number":"HB4082","title":"Require the West Virginia Department of Education to provide a complete and in-depth budget for review to the Legislature.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the State Board of Education to provide a budget for review by the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4082/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4082&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2078420,"bill_number":"HB4139","title":"Allow female inmates to work on state convict road crews.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit female inmates to become members of the state convict road force.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4139/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4139&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Martin"},
{"bill_id":2078421,"bill_number":"HB4311","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to immunizations administered by pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy technicians.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to immunizations administered by pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy technicians.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4311/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4311&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078426,"bill_number":"HB4100","title":"Relating to human growth and development curriculum","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend required courses of education to include human growth and development related to pregnancy and human development inside the womb; required methods of presenting this instruction and adding a human growth and development curriculum to be known as the \"Baby Olivia Act\"; and to authorize the Attorney General to sue for any violation of the \"Baby Olivia Act\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4100/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4100&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2078430,"bill_number":"HCR1","title":"Extending an invitation to His Excellency, the Governor, to deliver an address to the Legislature and raising a Joint Assembly therefor","description":"Extending an invitation to His Excellency, the Governor, to deliver an address to the Legislature and raising a Joint Assembly therefor","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"House received Senate message","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR1/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2078431,"bill_number":"HB4265","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration forms and tags for registration, taxation, and control of dogs.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration forms and tags for registration, taxation, and control of dogs.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4265/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4265&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078433,"bill_number":"HB4320","title":"Relating to authorizing the Secretary of State to promulgate a legislative rule relating to loan and grant programs under the Help America Vote Act for the purchase of voting equipment, election systems, software, services, and upgrades.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Secretary of State to promulgate a legislative rule relating to loan and grant programs under the Help America Vote Act for the purchase of voting equipment, election systems, software, services, and upgrades.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4320/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4320&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078437,"bill_number":"HB4173","title":"Requiring candidates to live in the state or local election district for the office for which they are seeking","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require candidates to live in the state or local election district for the office for which they are seeking to be elected.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4173/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4173&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078438,"bill_number":"SB108","title":"Requiring correctional facilities to provide free feminine hygiene products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that free feminine hygiene products be provided to female prisoners in all jails, regional jails or state correctional facilities and female juveniles in juvenile detention.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB108/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=108&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078439,"bill_number":"HB4003","title":"WV First Small Business Growth Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the WV First Small Business Growth Act.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4003/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4003&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2078445,"bill_number":"SB159","title":"Adding veteran status as protected class to Human Rights Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add veteran status as a protected class under the Human Rights Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Military","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Military","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB159/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=159&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2078447,"bill_number":"SB1","title":"Small Business Growth Act","description":"The purpose of the bill is to create the Small Business Growth Program administered by the Department of Commerce by providing for the certification of capital investment authority, establishing insurance premium tax credit, providing tax credit claimant and recapture procedures, and prohibiting certain investments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/23/2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078448,"bill_number":"SB185","title":"Allowing appointment of more than one chief deputy by sheriff","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the appointment of more than one chief deputy by the sheriff.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB185/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=185&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2078451,"bill_number":"SB27","title":"Reducing statute of limitations on actions to recover on oral and written contracts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the statute of limitations on actions to recover on both oral and written contracts, on bonds of fiduciaries and personal representatives, and on recognizances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB27/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=27&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2078453,"bill_number":"HB4104","title":"American Civics and History Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the American Civics and History Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4104/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4104&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2078455,"bill_number":"HB4147","title":"Make underage tobacco possession unlawful","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make possession or use of a tobacco derived product by a person under 21 unlawful.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4147/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4147&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2078460,"bill_number":"SB194","title":"Updating definition of \"disabled veteran taxpayer\"","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of a disabled veteran taxpayer.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB194/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=194&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078461,"bill_number":"SJR3","title":"Honorably Discharged Veterans' Property Tax Exemption Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to provide for an election to amend the state Constitution to exempt all honorably discharged veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States from ad valorem property taxation on the assessed value of his or her primary residence plus all personal property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR3/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=3&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2078463,"bill_number":"SB53","title":"Providing greater access to unused buildings for public charter schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county school boards to publish an annual list of buildings that are closed, unused, or unoccupied for purposes of providing greater access to Charter Schools. Once a public charter school requests usage of a public facility the county board or other public entity may not sell the facility or make unavailable to prevent public charter schools from utilizing the building.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB53/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=53&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078466,"bill_number":"HB4057","title":"Reducing cost for Volunteer Fire and EMS supplies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the promulgation of rules, to implement a central purchasing program to reduce the cost of supplies by purchasing in bulk or in a discounted format for volunteer fire fighters and emergency medical services first responders.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4057/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4057&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078467,"bill_number":"HB4169","title":"Relating to mental health examination requirements.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to aligning mental health examination requirements with those required for involuntary hospitalizations.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4169/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4169&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ian Masters"},
{"bill_id":2078470,"bill_number":"SB77","title":"Relating to fire department recruitment and retention","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for recruitment and retention of volunteer and part volunteer fire departments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB77/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=77&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078472,"bill_number":"HB4237","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to residential mortgage lenders, brokers, and loan originators.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to residential mortgage lenders, brokers, and loan originators.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4237/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4237&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078474,"bill_number":"HB4251","title":"Relating to authorizing the Racing Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Advance Deposit Account Wagering.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Racing Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Advance Deposit Account Wagering.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4251/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4251&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078478,"bill_number":"HB4276","title":"Relating to authorizing the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fair treatment of crime victims and witnesses.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fair treatment of crime victims and witnesses.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4276/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4276&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078479,"bill_number":"HB4086","title":"West Virginia Teachers Retirement system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow Tier II members of the Teachers Retirement System to apply accrued annual and sick leave, on the basis of one day's retirement service credit for each one day of accrued annual and sick leave, toward an increase in his or her retirement benefits with those days constituting additional credited service in computation of the benefits under the Teachers Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4086/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4086&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2078480,"bill_number":"SB116","title":"Establishing Raylee's Law","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish \"Raylee's Law\" and prohibit the authorizing of home schooling when there is a pending child abuse or neglect investigation against a child's parent or guardian or against a person instructing the child.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB116/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=116&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078486,"bill_number":"HB4132","title":"Provide programs to educate senior citizens","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the implementation of community education programs throughout the state to facilitate the providing of educational, recreational, cultural, social, health, and other community services to senior citizens of the community.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4132/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4132&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078487,"bill_number":"SB52","title":"Requiring owners of record be notified before real property can be sold due to nonpayment of taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the sheriff to send notices to the owners of record and to each resident or occupant of real property prior to selling the property for which property taxes have not been paid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB52/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=52&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078490,"bill_number":"HB4224","title":"Relating to authorizing the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to nursing home licensure.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to nursing home licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4224/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4224&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078493,"bill_number":"SB20","title":"Stable Energy Rates Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the Stable Energy Rates Protection Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB20/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=20&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078497,"bill_number":"SB187","title":"Providing for recall process of prosecutor under certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a recall process of a prosecutor under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB187/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=187&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2078499,"bill_number":"HB4334","title":"Relating to authorizing the Rehabilitation Services to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the Ron Yost Personal Assistance Services Act Board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Rehabilitation Services to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Ron Yost Personal Assistance Services Act Board.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4334/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4334&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078502,"bill_number":"HB4148","title":"Requiring all salesperson licensees to submit proof of authorization to work.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require applicants for real estate salesperson's licenses to submit proof of United States Citizenship.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4148/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4148&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Lucas"},
{"bill_id":2078503,"bill_number":"SB223","title":"Creating Community School Parents' Choice Act","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the creation of the Community School Parents' Choice Act. The bill ensures that parents of students in schools under consideration for closure and consolidation shall be provided with a means to prevent closure or consolidation. Finally, the bill provides for a 10-year sunset date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB223/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=223&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078505,"bill_number":"SB162","title":"Requiring WV Board of Education to promulgate legislative rule relating to concussion protocol","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the West Virginia Board of Education, in consultation with the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy, to promulgate a rule that governs concussion protocol, education, and training to prevent concussions and the development of a Concussion Education, Prevention, and Response Plan.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB162/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=162&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2078508,"bill_number":"SB36","title":"Making syringe exchange services programs unlawful","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make syringe services unlawful and provide for penalties for violation of the article. The proposed bill permits the provision of harm reduction services not associated with a syringe exchange program and permits an administrative timeframe for the transition of care. Requiring the Office for Health Facilities Licensure and Certification to seek penalties and the ability to seek injunctive relief for violations of the article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB36/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=36&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078511,"bill_number":"SB189","title":"Relating to certified professional midwives","description":"The purpose of this bill is to generally provide for certified professional midwives.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB189/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=189&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2078512,"bill_number":"HB4291","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Landscape Architects to promulgate a legislative rule application for waiver of initial licensing fees for certain individuals.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Landscape Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the application for waiver of initial licensing fees for certain individuals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4291/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4291&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078515,"bill_number":"HB4300","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to oral pharmaceutical certificates.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to oral pharmaceutical certificates.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4300/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4300&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078517,"bill_number":"HB4319","title":"Relating to authorizing the Real Estate Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing real estate brokers, associate brokers, and salespersons, and the conduct of brokerage business.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Real Estate Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing real estate brokers, associate brokers, and salespersons, and the conduct of brokerage business.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4319/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4319&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078518,"bill_number":"SB190","title":"Relating to assault and battery on emergency service personnel, law-enforcement officers, and correctional employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the criminal offense of malicious assault, unlawful assault, and battery on law-enforcement officers, correctional employees, and emergency medical service personnel; provide definitions; and establish penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB190/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=190&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078522,"bill_number":"HB4125","title":"Eliminate double taxation on foreign income at the state level","description":"The purpose of this bill is to alleviate double taxation on foreign income at the state level. The bill sunsets the credit for income tax paid on foreign income in 2070.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4125/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4125&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2078523,"bill_number":"HB4294","title":"Relating to authorizing the Medical Imaging Technologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Medical Imaging Technologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4294/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4294&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078525,"bill_number":"HB4116","title":"Relating to eligiblity for WV Invests Grant Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the West Virginia Invests Grant Program to an associate degree or certificate in a post-secondary program for emergency medical services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4116/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4116&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2078527,"bill_number":"HB4204","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Preferred Medical Liability and High Risk Medical Liability Program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Preferred Medical Liability and High Risk Medical Liability Program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4204/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4204&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078529,"bill_number":"SJR5","title":"Cannabis Legalization Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to allow citizens to possess for personal consumption up to two ounces, or up to four plants of cannabis; to allow the Legislature to regulate the manufacture and sale of cannabis; and to provide dismissal and expungement of prior convictions for possession of cannabis","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR5/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=5&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078531,"bill_number":"HB4228","title":"Relating to authorizing the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to behavioral health centers licensure.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to behavioral health centers licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4228/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4228&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078536,"bill_number":"HB4175","title":"To repeal the requirement for automobile inspection.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement that automobiles be inspected.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4175/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4175&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078538,"bill_number":"HB4292","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure, practice requirements, disciplinary and complaint procedures, and continuing education for physician assistants.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure, practice requirements, disciplinary and complaint procedures, continuing education, physician assistants.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4292/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4292&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078539,"bill_number":"HB4260","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to income tax credits for property taxes paid.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to income tax credits for property taxes paid.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4260/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4260&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078545,"bill_number":"SB210","title":"Modifying oversight provisions for Legislative Oversight Commission on Health and Human Resources Accountability","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require state departments to prepare annual performance plans, report these plans to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Health and Human Resources Accountability, and the Commission to report to the Legislature. The bill also defines agencies and departments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/9/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB210/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=210&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2078546,"bill_number":"HB4199","title":"Relating to requiring employees that receive gratuities be paid at least the established state minimum wage hourly rate.","description":"Relating to requiring employees that receive gratuities be paid at least the established state minimum wage hourly rate.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4199/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4199&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2078548,"bill_number":"SB121","title":"Requiring full text of proposed constitutional amendments be included on official ballots","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that the full text of proposed amendments to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia be included on ballots used in the election at which amendments are submitted to the voters of the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB121/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=121&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078553,"bill_number":"HB4064","title":"Relating to the rate of tax on motor vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the rate of tax on motor vehicles to include the exchange of used cars. This article is new, therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4064/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4064&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078554,"bill_number":"SB95","title":"Creating WV Farm Equipment Repair Pilot Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Farm Equipment Right to Repair Pilot Program. The bill states legislative findings; provides definitions; specifies pilot program parameters; and authorizes rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB95/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=95&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2078558,"bill_number":"HB4060","title":"Businesses in WV must accept cash","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require businesses in West Virginia to accept cash as a form of payment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4060/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4060&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078560,"bill_number":"SB132","title":"Increasing retirement benefit multiplier of Deputy Sheriff Retirement System Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the retirement benefit multiplier of the Deputy Sheriff Retirement System Act from two and one-half percent to three percent of the member's final average salary multiplied by the member's years of credited service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB132/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=132&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2078561,"bill_number":"HB4081","title":"To create the Higher Education Health and Aid Grant.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Higher Education Health and Aid Grant,\" which requires the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission to establish a grant program to address food, health, and hygiene insecurities among students enrolled in state institutions of higher education","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4081/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4081&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2078563,"bill_number":"SB68","title":"Creating Voluntary Portable Benefit Account Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Voluntary Portable Benefit Account Act. The bill provides for a short title. The bill creates definitions. Finally, the bill provides for the enactment of the article for the creation of voluntary portable benefit accounts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB68/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=68&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078566,"bill_number":"HB4205","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to alternative emission limitations during startup and shutdown operations.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to alternative emission limitations during startup and shutdown operations.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4205/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4205&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078568,"bill_number":"SB58","title":"Adding grievance and appellate procedures for individuals participating in DMV safety and treatment program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add grievance and appellate procedures and judicial review for participants in the Division of Motor Vehicles' Safety and Treatment Program. The bill also authorizes the Commissioner of the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate rules to add such procedures and review for participants of the safety and treatment program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB58/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=58&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078569,"bill_number":"SB13","title":"Relating to DNA data maintained for law-enforcement purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the way that DNA that is maintained for law-enforcement purposes in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB13/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=13&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078571,"bill_number":"HB4044","title":"To require hair follicle drug testing of parents or guardians in cases of substantiated child abuse or neglect of a minor","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance and improve child well-being by requiring a hair follicle drug test of a substantiated child abuser before restoring visitation rights.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4044/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4044&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078575,"bill_number":"SB141","title":"Increasing WV Natural Resources Police Officer Retirement System accrued benefit for certain members","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the West Virginia Natural Resources Police Officer Retirement System accrued benefit for members and provide funding for said benefit.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB141/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=141&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2078576,"bill_number":"SJR8","title":"Sheriff's Succession Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the sheriff's succession amendment to permit a person appointed to fill a term of sheriff to be eligible for election to two consecutive terms if the appointed term is less than two years.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR8/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=8&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2078580,"bill_number":"HB4164","title":"Election integrity and People’s vote protection act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to mandate, in conjunction with the use of electronic voting machines for elections, that poll workers manually count physical ballots at each precinct at the close of the election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4164/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4164&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2078581,"bill_number":"SB57","title":"Exempting ad valorem property tax on property used for divine worship, educational, and charitable purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from ad valorum property tax all property  used for divine worship, including parts of those properties that are used for educational   and other charitable purposes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB57/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=57&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078582,"bill_number":"HB4198","title":"E-Verify Safe Harbor Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to verify the legal employment status of workers and record-keeping requirements and employer compliance. The bill ; defines \"employment verification\" as the electronic verification system or \"E-Verify. The bill prohibits local governments from enacting ordinances that contravene or limit the commissioner; and provides civil protections for employers using E-Verify.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4198/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4198&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2078586,"bill_number":"SB75","title":"Exempting certain pension benefits from taxation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that all first responders, including those retiring to West Virginia, be exempt, from taxes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB75/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=75&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2078587,"bill_number":"HB4210","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emission standards for hazardous air pollutants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emission standards for hazardous air pollutants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4210/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4210&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078590,"bill_number":"HB4031","title":"Require all tax assessments be done on a periodic schedule","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide requirements for the fair and equitable assessment of real property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4031/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4031&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078594,"bill_number":"SB127","title":"Providing cost-of-living adjustment for certain PERS and State Teachers Retirement System retirees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a $1,000 cost-of-living adjustment to certain retirees of the Public Employees Retirement System and the State Teachers Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB127/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=127&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078596,"bill_number":"HB4306","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency temporary permits to practice during States of Emergency or States of Preparedness.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency temporary permits to practice during States of Emergency or States of Preparedness.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4306/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4306&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078597,"bill_number":"HB4287","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensed professional counselor license renewal and continuing professional education requirements.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensed professional counselor license renewal and continuing professional education requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4287/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4287&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078599,"bill_number":"HB4286","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4286/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4286&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078608,"bill_number":"HB4035","title":"Relating to providing a credit against the business and occupation tax imposed on coal-fired electric generating units to help off-set environmental compliance costs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage and incentivize the installation, repair, and maintenance of environmental pollution control equipment at coal-fired electric generating units located in West Virginia and that serve West Virginia residents, by authorizing a credit against the business and occupation tax imposed on the business of generating electricity, thereby extending the life of coal-fired power plants, which will provide cheaper electricity to the State's residents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Manufacturing","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Energy and Manufacturing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4035/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4035&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078609,"bill_number":"SR1","title":"Appointment of Senate employees","description":"Appointment of Senate employees","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR1/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2078612,"bill_number":"HB4040","title":"Non-State Owned Roads Improvement Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the improvement of non-state owned roads by municipalities while providing legal safeguards against litigation, ensuring that local governments can enhance infrastructure and ensure public safety effectively.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4040/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4040&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078613,"bill_number":"SB238","title":"Allowing municipalities to complete work previously requested to DOH","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow municipalities to complete work previously requested to DOH if DOH fails to start the work within six months of the request; DOH will maintain liability of the work by municipality; and municipality may bill DOH for reimbursement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB238/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=238&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2078615,"bill_number":"HB4028","title":"Relating to sales tax on construction materials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide contactors of school facilities with a tax exemption on construction materials.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4028/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4028&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2078620,"bill_number":"SB196","title":"Relating generally to liability insurance coverage for board of education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the minimum amount of insurance that county boards of education must maintain.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB196/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=196&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078621,"bill_number":"SB110","title":"Creating WV Black Lung Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Black Lung Program and to grant entitlement for pain and suffering for occupational pneumoconiosis.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB110/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=110&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078622,"bill_number":"HB4194","title":"Community Air Monitoring","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to install and monitor air quality using fenceline monitors near facilities that emit air pollution, provide technical assistance to individuals and groups that wish to monitor the air quality in their communities, encourage the Department of Environmental Protection to use the collected data; permit individuals to submit the data collected regarding air pollution to the secretary, and enable the secretary to follow up on any data found from fenceline air quality monitoring.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4194/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4194&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2078626,"bill_number":"SB200","title":"Increasing criminal penalties and fines for assault on certain public service workers, law-enforcement officers, and police animals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make it unlawful to harm, attempt to harm, or kill a police dog that is under the control of a law-enforcement or corrections officer who is acting in his or her official capacity. The bill also defines the term \"police dog\" and sets forth penalties.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB200/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=200&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078628,"bill_number":"SB176","title":"Increasing non-traditional instruction days for WV teachers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the amount of non-traditional instruction days for teachers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB176/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=176&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2078629,"bill_number":"HB4150","title":"Pertaining to the right of lawful medical cannabis card holders, and their caregivers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that lawful medical cannabis card holders and their caregiver have a right to own, purchase, and possess firearms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4150/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4150&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078633,"bill_number":"HB4277","title":"Relating to authorizing the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in home improvement transactions.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in home improvement transactions.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4277/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4277&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078635,"bill_number":"HB4051","title":"Permitting certain nonviolent offenders to be able to carry firearms.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the right to bear arms is a constitutional right and to provide when persons convicted of non-violent crimes may have their rights to bear arms reinstated. The bill also clarifies what constitutes a crime of violence and provides protection for residents in the exercise of their constitutional rights.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4051/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4051&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078637,"bill_number":"HB4206","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to ambient air quality standards.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to ambient air quality standards.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4206/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4206&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078639,"bill_number":"SB118","title":"Establishing Forest Carbon Registry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a Forest Carbon Registry under the administration of the West Virginia Division of Forestry.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB118/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=118&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078643,"bill_number":"HB4223","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the exemption of Certificate of Need.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the exemption of the Certificate of Need.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4223/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4223&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078644,"bill_number":"HB4133","title":"Defining a work day for school service personnel and removing a provision relating to employment of licensed practical nurses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define \"workday\" and \"half workday\" for school service personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4133/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4133&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Martin"},
{"bill_id":2078647,"bill_number":"HB4097","title":"To create the Protection of Shared Physical and Digital Property from Warrantless Searches Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Protection of Shared Physical and Digital Property from Warrantless Searches Act. The bill provides for legislative findings. The bill provides for definitions. The bill creates conditions for government to search or seize physical or digital property from a third party. The bill defines illegal searches and seizures. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4097/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4097&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078648,"bill_number":"HB4243","title":"Relating to authorizing the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mass marketing of property and liability insurance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mass marketing of property and liability insurance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4243/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4243&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078649,"bill_number":"HB4174","title":"Creating a standing legislative oversight committee to approve all West Virginia Economic Development contracts.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a legislative oversight committee to approve all West Virginia Economic Development Authority contracts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4174/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4174&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078653,"bill_number":"SB79","title":"Establishing road or highway infrastructure improvement projects or coal production and processing facilities tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a credit against the severance tax to encourage private companies to make infrastructure improvements to highways, roads, and bridges in this state. The bill limits the total amount of road and highway infrastructure improvement credits which can be certified by the Secretary of Transportation. The bill seeks to encourage greater capital investment in coal production and processing facilities. The bill will increase economic opportunity in this state. The bill authorizes the claiming of the credits. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB79/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=79&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078655,"bill_number":"SB35","title":"Limiting liability of employers for persons whose criminal records are expunged","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the liability of employers in cases where convictions of an employee for certain crimes are expunged. The bill requires creation of a data base record showing offenses were expunged. Courts are required to cross-reference data base for expungements. The bill provides that an employer is not liable to furnish health insurance or health care costs to persons whose records are expunged for drug addiction related or drug addiction related diseases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB35/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=35&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078661,"bill_number":"HB4105","title":"To provide requirements relating to education of students and young adults about unplannned pregnancy options","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Adoption Education Act; providing requirements relating to the education of students and young adults about unplanned pregnancy options, including adoption as an option; providing for the education about current adoption practices; and providing for adoption resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4105/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4105&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2078662,"bill_number":"HB4165","title":"Reducing the term of office for Berkeley County Commisioners from six years to four years","description":"The purpose of this bill is to direct the County Commission of Berkeley County to hold a referendum election at the next general election to change the term of office for county commissioners from six years to four years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4165/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4165&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078665,"bill_number":"HB4325","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Labor to promulgate a legislative rule relating to child labor.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Labor to promulgate a legislative rule relating to child labor.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4325/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4325&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078668,"bill_number":"HB4281","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to qualifications, training, examination, and certification of instructors in barbering, hair styling, nail technology, aesthetics, waxing, and cosmetology.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to qualifications, training, examination, and certification of instructors in barbering, hair styling, nail technology, aesthetics, waxing, and cosmetology.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4281/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4281&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078669,"bill_number":"SB100","title":"Amending penalty of simple marijuana possession from misdemeanor crime to civil violation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the penalty of simple possession of marijuana (less than 15 grams) from a misdemeanor crime to a civil violation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB100/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=100&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078671,"bill_number":"HB4075","title":"Insurance must cover Bioidentical hormones as they do pharmaceutical one","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require insurance coverage for biodentical hormones.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4075/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4075&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078675,"bill_number":"SB103","title":"Creating private cause of action for deprivation of right granted by state constitution or by state law","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a private cause of action for the deprivation of rights granted by the state constitution or by state law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB103/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=103&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078676,"bill_number":"SB80","title":"Requiring user photo on EBT cards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a photograph of the user on EBT cards.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB80/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=80&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078678,"bill_number":"HB4321","title":"Relating to authorizing the Senior Services to promulgate a legislative rule relating to shared table initiative for senior citizens.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Senior Services to promulgate a legislative rule relating to shared table initiative for senior citizens.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4321/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4321&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078681,"bill_number":"HB4146","title":"To require compulsory vaccinations for anyone employed by the public school system in this state.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require vaccinations for anyone employed by the public school system in this state, to be done in accordance with the pediatric schedule. The bill prohibits religious or philosophical exemptions by school personnel. The bill requires a 21-day quarantine period for anyone employed by the school system who participates in states who permit vaccine exemptions. Finally, the bill requires vaccinations and proof of vaccinations by visitors to public schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4146/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4146&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078682,"bill_number":"HB4188","title":"Provide tax credit incentive to businesses and individuals that donate to pregnancy/birth centers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a tax credit for companies who donate to pregnancy and birthing centers in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4188/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4188&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078684,"bill_number":"SB191","title":"Requiring petition of qualified voters for defeated amendment to be reconsidered","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a petition of qualified voters for a once defeated amendment to be reconsidered.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB191/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=191&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078687,"bill_number":"SB197","title":"Relating to crime of sexual abuse by parent, guardian, custodian, or person in position of trust to child","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add attempt to the criminal offense of sexual abuse by a parent, guardian, custodian, or person in a position of trust to a child.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB197/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=197&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078691,"bill_number":"SB112","title":"Restoring voting rights for person incarcerated for felony upon release","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore voting rights to formerly convicted voters upon release from incarceration.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB112/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=112&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078692,"bill_number":"HB4156","title":"To amend the law regarding sewer systems.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit mandatory hook-ups and installation fees for new or expanding sewer systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4156/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4156&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078696,"bill_number":"SB142","title":"Relating to judges recusing themselves in certain instances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a procedure in all courts of record to determine when judges may be recused in legal proceedings when party's lawyer or the law firm of a party's lawyer has contributed to a judge's campaign.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB142/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=142&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078697,"bill_number":"SB133","title":"Relating to teaching experience requirement for teacher certification renewal and attainment of permanent certification","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow any teaching experience requirement imposed by code or state board rule to be met through teaching at a public school or any nonpublic school.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB133/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=133&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078698,"bill_number":"SB21","title":"Allowing students, coaching staff, and athletic trainers to participate in non-school athletic activities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow students, coaching staff, and athletic trainers to participate in non-school athletic activities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB21/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=21&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078702,"bill_number":"SB158","title":"Patrolman Cassie Marie Johnson Memorial Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Patrolman Cassie Marie Johnson Memorial Act and to provide for a death penalty; the bill provides for procedures and standards applicable thereto, and automatic review of the penalty, for commission of murder in the first degree. Procedures for carrying out the death sentence are established.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB158/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=158&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078703,"bill_number":"HB4073","title":"Permitting religious exemptions for compulsory immunizations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a religious exemption to compulsory school immunizations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4073/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4073&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078705,"bill_number":"HB4200","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Administration to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the One-Stop Shop Permitting Program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Administration to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the One-Stop Shop Permitting Program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4200/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4200&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078708,"bill_number":"SB237","title":"Prohibiting mandates for vaccines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit mandates for vaccinations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB237/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=237&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2078709,"bill_number":"HB4245","title":"Authorizing Certain Agencies of the Department of Revenue to Promulgate Legislative Rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to insurance adjusters.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4245/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4245&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078712,"bill_number":"SB34","title":"Establishing 3-year mandatory prison sentence for person convicted of illegal possession of Schedule I and Schedule II drugs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a mandatory three-year sentence for possession of Schedule I or II substances, except cannabis. The bill provides exceptions from prosecution for persons incidentally exposed to the substances or who are forced to possess the substances. Also, the bill provides a conditional discharge for first offenders and release with non-extraditable warrant, with a bus ticket to any state West of the Mississippi River.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB34/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=34&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078714,"bill_number":"HB4137","title":"Updating the West Virginia Law Institute","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add new members; clarify how vacancies shall be filled; authorize reimbursement for the members; and exempt the institute from open meetings laws.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4137/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4137&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2078716,"bill_number":"SB198","title":"Exempting certain persons from hunting, trapping, and fishing license fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to waive the fees for hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses or permits for individuals who are currently serving as municipal volunteer firefighters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB198/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=198&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078723,"bill_number":"SB107","title":"Requiring medical insurance providers to include infertility services in policies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medical insurance providers to include infertility services in their policies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB107/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=107&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078725,"bill_number":"SJR9","title":"Citizenship Requirement to Vote in West Virginia Elections Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose an amendment to the Constitution to provide that in all elections held in West Virginia only citizens of the state who are citizens of the United States are qualified to vote.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-13","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR9/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=9&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078727,"bill_number":"SB102","title":"Establishing Summer Feeding for All Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Summer Feeding for All initiative that will encourage county school systems to look for innovative ways to provide assistance to students in need to access nutritious foods during summer break and other times when school is not in session. The bill requires each county school board to conduct an assessment of the availability of food to students to determine what food insecurities exist in the student population. The bill directs each county school board compile and distribute a list of existing food providers in the community that will provide nutritious food to children with food insecurities on non-school days. The bill directs the Office of Child Nutrition to help facilitate county school boards coordinate and develop the public policy initiative of Feed to Achieve.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB102/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=102&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078729,"bill_number":"HB4032","title":"Establish quick response teams to work with drug users who are arrested","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish quick response teams (QRT) under the Office of Drug Control Policy to act as first responders in narcotic related medical emergencies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4032/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4032&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078733,"bill_number":"SB94","title":"Relating to Robert C. Byrd Corridor H Highway Authority","description":"The purpose of this bill is to facilitate implementation of critical and time-sensitive opportunities for economic development along the Corridor H Authority Corridor and to facilitate assistance to local economic development authorities in the Corridor H region.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB94/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=94&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2078735,"bill_number":"SB147","title":"Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act; which allows the state attorney general to receive access to filings with the federal government of required business mergers that may have antitrust implications that can impact the state, so the state can participate in the antitrust review process while assuring that the attorney general preserves the confidentiality of shared documents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB147/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=147&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078736,"bill_number":"HB4167","title":"Relating generally to initiating a West Virginia legislative redistricting commission.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an independent redistricting commission for the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4167/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4167&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2078740,"bill_number":"HB4177","title":"Limit property tax increases on certain individuals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit property tax increases for individuals who are over 65, permanently disable, or widowed, and earn less than $20,000 per year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4177/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4177&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078742,"bill_number":"SB124","title":"Authorizing certain age-appropriate child sexual abuse prevention and sexual violence prevention instruction","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize a child sexual abuse and sexual violence prevention program and in-service training in child sexual abuse prevention.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB124/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=124&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078745,"bill_number":"HB4307","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure and practice of pharmacy.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure and practice of pharmacy.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4307/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4307&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078749,"bill_number":"HB4226","title":"Relating to authorizing the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to assisted living residences.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to assisted living residences.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4226/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4226&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078750,"bill_number":"HB4135","title":"To allow police access to all photo information upon arrest for sex offenders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require registrant to Sex Offender Registry to provide all online identifiers from internet and mobile application accounts; to permit State Police to inspect mobile phone to verify accuracy of information; and to requiring registrant provide information about All Terrain Vehicles and Utility Terrain Vehicles operated by the registrant.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4135/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4135&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078752,"bill_number":"HB4295","title":"Relating to authorizing the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4295/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4295&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078754,"bill_number":"HB4124","title":"To require baby food manufacturers to provide information about the quantity of or percentage of different types of heavy metals in baby food","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure the safety of baby food products sold in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4124/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4124&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2078756,"bill_number":"SB172","title":"Establishing digital currency backed by gold","description":"The purpose of this bill is the establishment of the West Virginia Bullion Depository and of a digital currency backed by gold held within the West Virginia Bullion Depository.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB172/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=172&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078757,"bill_number":"HB4071","title":"Requiring K–12 schools to display school report card on website","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county boards of education, K though 12 schools, to display school report cards on websites and use the statewide electronic information system established by the state board for data collection and reporting to the state department of education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4071/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4071&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078761,"bill_number":"SB117","title":"Creating program to reward citizens for information on drug trafficking","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a program to reward citizens for information on drug trafficking; establish that the fund is funded by an excise tax on opioid antagonists, opioid antagonist kits, and test strips; provide that the program is run by the State Police and the Secretary of Homeland Security; establish requirements for the program; and provide for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB117/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=117&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078762,"bill_number":"SB153","title":"Requiring background checks at certain drop-in child care services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide background checks for drop-in child-care services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB153/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=153&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078763,"bill_number":"SB222","title":"Relating to public water systems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a plan to identify water level status for above ground storage tanks; provide transparency; provide communication from the public service district during service disruption; eliminate the Public Water System Supply Study Commission; and create a plan to increase the availability of water workers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB222/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=222&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078768,"bill_number":"SB225","title":"Prohibiting manufacture, sale, or distribution of cultivated meat products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cultivated meat products for a five-year period.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB225/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=225&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078769,"bill_number":"SB31","title":"Enhancing retirement benefit for certain Public Employees Retirement Act members","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an enhanced retirement annuity for certain annuitants equal to 103 percent of the retirant's annual payment at age 65.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB31/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=31&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2078770,"bill_number":"SB247","title":"Modifying responsibility for reimbursement of training cost of certain law-enforcement employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish responsibility for reimbursement of training costs of law-enforcement employees who leave original jurisdiction of employment for employment in any other law-enforcement agency in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB247/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=247&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2078775,"bill_number":"SB203","title":"Providing for substantial deference to state school superintendent's interpretations of school laws","description":"Providing for substantial deference to state school superintendent's interpretations of school laws","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB203/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=203&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078776,"bill_number":"SJR13","title":"West Virginia Educational Governance Accountability Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to ensure legislative oversight on educational policies while still allowing for the State Board of Education to function. However, it would need to navigate potential legal challenges regarding the separation of powers, the independence of educational governance, and the potential for politicization of educational policy. The public's perception of legislative involvement in education will also be crucial in whether such an amendment would pass.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR13/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=13&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078778,"bill_number":"SB204","title":"Relating to Military Incentive Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to rename the act the \"Military Incentive Program\" and extend this program to all veterans","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Military","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Military","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB204/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=204&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078785,"bill_number":"HB4274","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees for registration of architects.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees for registration of architects.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4274/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4274&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078786,"bill_number":"SB206","title":"Updating retirement eligibility for certain sheriffs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize sheriffs who are members of the public retirement system to retire upon attaining the age of 62 with eight or more years of service.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB206/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=206&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078789,"bill_number":"HB4053","title":"To establish the blue envelope program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the blue envelope program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4053/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4053&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2078792,"bill_number":"HB4235","title":"Relating to authorizing the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the West Virginia State Police Member Grievance Procedure.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to West Virginia State Police Member Grievance Procedure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4235/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4235&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078794,"bill_number":"HB4314","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to inspections.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to inspections.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4314/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4314&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078796,"bill_number":"SB14","title":"Authorizing restitution to victims of securities fraud","description":"The purpose of this bill is to is to authorize restitution to victims of securities fraud and to create a fund for that purpose.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB14/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=14&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078799,"bill_number":"HB4261","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to preneed cemetery companies.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to preneed cemetery companies.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4261/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4261&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078800,"bill_number":"HB4249","title":"Relating to authorizing the Lottery Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to interactive wagering.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Lottery Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to interactive wagering.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4249/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4249&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078801,"bill_number":"HB4063","title":"Relating to requiring the State Board of Education to design, test, and deploy an internet-based reporting system to be known as the School Choice Portal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a school choice portal. The bill also requires the Board of Education to adopt a school choice portal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Educational Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Educational Choice","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4063/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4063&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078806,"bill_number":"HB4270","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to select plant-based derivatives and select plant-based derivative products of hemp and kratom.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to select plant-based derivatives and select plant-based derivative products of hemp and kratom.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4270/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4270&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078807,"bill_number":"SB248","title":"Return to WV Tax Credit Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a nonrefundable $25,000 tax credit against state personal income taxes and encourage West Virginians to return to West Virginia to pursue employment opportunities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB248/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=248&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2078810,"bill_number":"SB106","title":"Relating to locality pay to certain DOH employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide employees working for the Division of Highways with locality pay for working in a jurisdiction designated by the commissioner as one where locality pay is necessary to maintain the division's ability to recruit and retain employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB106/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=106&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078813,"bill_number":"SB205","title":"Increasing penalties and parole eligibility requirements for homicide","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the parole eligibility for a person serving a sentence for first degree murder.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB205/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=205&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078814,"bill_number":"SB46","title":"Requiring moment of silence at beginning of each school day","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a moment of silence at the beginning of each school day. The bill prevents teachers from being able to discuss the substance of what children engage in during the moment of silence. Finally, the bill provides that the Attorney General shall enforce the provisions of this section.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB46/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=46&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078815,"bill_number":"SJR7","title":"Right to Reproductive Freedom with Protections for Health and Safety Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia preserving the right to reproductive freedom.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR7/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=7&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078820,"bill_number":"SB229","title":"Establishing Fueling Modern Life Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to abolish the provisions in §2-5-1 et seq., Air Pollution Control in the code and in lieu thereof, establish the Fueling Modern Life Act, stating Legislative findings and establishing state policy relating to carbon dioxide.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB229/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=229&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078821,"bill_number":"HB4110","title":"Creating the WV Energy Efficiency Jobs Creation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the Public Service Commission the authority to require electric utilities to develop and implement plans for the efficient use, conservation and reduction of electricity usage. The bill sets forth goals to achieve electricity savings. The bill also requires electric utilities to submit plans for reaching those goals. The bill also provides for a self-direct option for large electricity customers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4110/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4110&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2078825,"bill_number":"HB4317","title":"Relating to authorizing the Psychologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to requirements for licensure as a psychologist or a school psychologist.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Psychologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to requirements for licensure as a psychologist or a school psychologist.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4317/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4317&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078828,"bill_number":"SB105","title":"Restricting public access to crime records","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a procedure for restricting public access to certain criminal history records.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB105/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=105&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078830,"bill_number":"SB135","title":"Clarifying conditions for pretrial release and maximum bail amount for certain defendants","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to pretrial release generally. The bill clarifies the right to pretrial release; clarifies maximum bail amount for charges for multiple misdemeanor offenses; defines terms; establishes that defendant has right to select method of securing bail; clarifies that personal recognizance bonds shall include an unsecured monetary amount; prohibits magistrate from setting cash only or property only bail; authorizes judicial officer to impose reasonably necessary conditions to assure defendant will appear as required, including releasing defendant on his or her own recognizance; clarifies that a magistrate may not release a defendant charged with a felony offense on his or her own recognizance on initial appearance; provides circumstances when a bail bond is not appropriate; provides circumstances when a magistrate has discretion to set a cash only bond; and makes technical corrections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB135/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=135&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2078831,"bill_number":"SB169","title":"Creating tax credit related to child care expenses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a tax credit related to childcare expenses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB169/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=169&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078833,"bill_number":"HB4256","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to High-Wage Growth Business Tax Credit.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to High-Wage Growth Business Tax Credit.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4256/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4256&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078835,"bill_number":"HB4221","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to basic public health service standards for local boards of health","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to basic public health service standards for local boards of health.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4221/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4221&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078837,"bill_number":"HB4275","title":"Relating to authorizing the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the establishment and qualification of third-party dispute mechanisms.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the establishment and qualification of third-party dispute mechanisms.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4275/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4275&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078843,"bill_number":"SB181","title":"Relating to home rule reform","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit municipalities participating in the Home Rule program from establishing additional protected classes of persons beyond what is designated in state statute.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB181/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=181&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2078845,"bill_number":"SB12","title":"Establishing Public/Private Small Business Enhancement Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Public/Private Small Business Enhancement Program to encourage small business development and growth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB12/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=12&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078846,"bill_number":"HB4253","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the valuation of public utility property for ad valorem property tax purposes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the valuation of public utility property for ad valorem property tax.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4253/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4253&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078850,"bill_number":"HB4236","title":"Relating to authorizing the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration to promulgate a legislative rule relating to private clubs.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration to promulgate a legislative rule relating to private clubs.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4236/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4236&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078852,"bill_number":"HB4093","title":"To allow those with a concealed carry license to carry a concealed handgun in public school property and buildings.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow persons who have a concealed carry license to carry a concealed handgun in or on the grounds of any primary or secondary educational facility.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4093/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4093&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078855,"bill_number":"SB180","title":"Creating State Central Legal Advertising website","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a state central legal advertising website.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB180/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=180&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2078857,"bill_number":"SB78","title":"Prohibiting financial institutions from discriminating against firearms businesses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit financial institutions from discriminating against firearms businesses. The bill specifies civil remedies. The bill provides for attorneys fees and costs for a successful action. The bill provides for a statute of limitations on civil actions. The bill provides for potential loss of state business to a financial institution found to have violated this article. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB78/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=78&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078859,"bill_number":"HB4324","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Forestry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to rules for the certification of managed timberland.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Forestry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to rules for the certification of managed timberland.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4324/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4324&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078862,"bill_number":"HB4318","title":"Relating to authorizing the Public Service Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the occupancy of customer-provided conduit.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Public Service Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the occupancy of customer-provided conduit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4318/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4318&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078863,"bill_number":"HB4102","title":"Requiring publicly funded medical schools to teach certain life-saving methods","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require publicly-funded medical schools to teach the most current evidence-based, life-saving methods including abortion pill reverse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4102/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4102&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2078866,"bill_number":"HB4185","title":"Repeal the West Virginia machinegun ban","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the section of code making it unlawful to possess a fully automatic weapon.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4185/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4185&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078869,"bill_number":"SB165","title":"Clarifying Right to Farm Act relating to regulation of honey bees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the Right to Farm Act and the regulation of honey bees. The purpose of the bill is also to include tropilaelaps mites to the definition of honey bee pests and to allocate funds through special license plates to be used for highway beautification to promote pollinators.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB165/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=165&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2078870,"bill_number":"SB228","title":"Relating to use of technology in child abuse and neglect investigations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to provide child welfare workers with mobile technology that will permit them to conduct investigations and create a digital record. This will upload to the system automatically and reduce the need for a child protective services worker to input data manually into a system. This will enhance service delivery to children. This data will allow managers to have real time access to data to conduct quality improvement analysis.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB228/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=228&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2078872,"bill_number":"HB4074","title":"Relating to establishing a pilot program to develop a childcare program where the state, employer, and employee, contribute one-third of the total cost each","description":"The purpose of this bill is to improve the affordability, access, and quality of childcare by reducing the cost to the parent or caretaker.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4074/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4074&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078874,"bill_number":"HB4131","title":"Create a Police Officer’s Bill of Rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to guarantee certain procedural safeguards to law-enforcement officers during any investigation or interrogation or subsequent hearing that could lead to disciplinary action, demotion, or dismissal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4131/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4131&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078877,"bill_number":"HB4115","title":"To modify the required amount of contracted teaching days and provide for breaks per semester for teachers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the required amount of contracted teaching days and provide for breaks per semester for teachers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4115/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4115&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2078878,"bill_number":"HB4302","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure by reciprocity.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure by reciprocity.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4302/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4302&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078883,"bill_number":"HB4232","title":"Relating to authorizing the State Emergency Response Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency planning and community right-to-know.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Emergency Response Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency planning and community right-to-know.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4232/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4232&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078884,"bill_number":"SB208","title":"Exempting certain military records from public release","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt certain classified military records from public release.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB208/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=208&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2078886,"bill_number":"SB15","title":"Strengthening protections for certain natural resource interests affected by carbon capture and underground carbon storage projects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect coal and gas minerals from carbon capture practices.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB15/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=15&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078889,"bill_number":"HB4138","title":"Relating to persons convicted of a crime","description":"The purpose of this bill is to address Code consistency given the passage of SB240 during 2025 Regular Session to ensure that the current crimes of \"sexual extortion\" and \"aggravated sexual extortion\" are offenses that require registration as a sex offender by person convicted of one of these offenses and also clarifies that a prior conviction for the crime of sexual assault of a spouse, which was repealed by an act of the Legislature during the 2000 legislative session shall remain an offense that requires registration as a sex offender.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4138/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4138&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2078890,"bill_number":"SB60","title":"Relating to container labeling of nonintoxicating beer and nonintoxicating craft beer","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit certain brewers, brewpubs, manufacturers, and resident brewers to make private labels for existing nonintoxicating beer and nonintoxicating craft beer brands available for purchase.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB60/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=60&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078892,"bill_number":"SB154","title":"Prohibiting digital manipulation of sexually explicit content including minors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a new criminal offense of manipulating a photograph, image, video clip, movie, or similar recording containing sexually explicit conduct by the insertion thereof of a visual image of an actual minor so as to create the appearance that it is a minor engaged in the sexually explicit conduct.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB154/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=154&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2078894,"bill_number":"SB242","title":"Requiring Division of Labor establish separate rules for residential or commercial plumbing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Commissioner of Labor to propose separate rules for plumbers who work in a residential dwelling or in a commercial building or facility.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB242/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=242&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2078898,"bill_number":"SB170","title":"Allowing career technical education program to be part of local high school","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a county board of education participating in a multicounty vocational center to determine that a career technical education program be part of the local high school; and allow the program to be a state-approved program of study or a locally created program of study.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Referred to Education then Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB170/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=170&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078901,"bill_number":"HB4120","title":"Productive Energy Site Reclamation Waiver","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Productive Energy Site Reclamation Waiver Program to streamline the process of transferring former surface mine sites into productive sites for new energy generation projects arid to optimize the flat land for energy projects that is otherwise in short supply in the state of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Manufacturing","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Energy and Manufacturing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4120/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4120&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2078904,"bill_number":"HB4067","title":"Providing any employee working 20 hours or more per week in a licensed child care center or certified family child care (FCC) home is eligible for a child care subsidy, regardless of their household income","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a subsidy for child care services rendered to children of child care program employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4067/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4067&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078906,"bill_number":"SB177","title":"Providing certified law-enforcement officers tuition-free education up to highest tuition rate for public higher education in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to providing all certified Law-Enforcement Officers (\"LEOs\") tuition free education up to the highest rate for higher education in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB177/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=177&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2078907,"bill_number":"SJR6","title":"Constitutional Officer Term Limit Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia preventing any person from serving more than two consecutive terms in the offices of Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer, Commissioner of Agriculture, or Attorney General.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR6/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=6&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2078909,"bill_number":"SB39","title":"Requiring heart health program in grades three through six","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a heart health program in which each child enrolled in the public schools in grades three through six actively participate in nutrition and aerobic exercise classes for 12 weeks straight at any point during the instructional term.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB39/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=39&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078912,"bill_number":"SB17","title":"State Sovereignty Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the State Sovereignty Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB17/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=17&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078913,"bill_number":"HB4095","title":"To remove qualified immunity from officers serving no-knock warrants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove qualified immunity for officers serving no-knock warrants if they are found to have used excessive force or are found to have been negligent and to cause an investigation of the training the officer received.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4095/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4095&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078916,"bill_number":"HB4239","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the notice and treatment of joint accounts.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the notice and treatment of joint accounts.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4239/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4239&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078919,"bill_number":"SB74","title":"Establishing criminal offense of obstructing highway or other passageway","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the criminal offense of obstructing a highway or other passageway; defining \"obstruct\"; and establishing penalties for violation of section.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB74/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=74&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2078920,"bill_number":"HB4290","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Landscape Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Landscape Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4290/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4290&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078923,"bill_number":"SB213","title":"Providing PSC jurisdiction over internet service providers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the Public Service Commission jurisdiction over internet service providers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB213/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=213&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078924,"bill_number":"HB4163","title":"FOIA Database","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require custodians of any public records to maintain a public accessible database; protect the identity of persons with FOIA requests; and requiring updates of public online data bases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4163/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4163&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2078926,"bill_number":"HB4030","title":"Standardize gas and oil contracts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection to adopt rules relating to the standardization of leases, deeds, or contracts relating to oil and gas, consistent in format with the purpose of making the terms of these documents less confusing to the landowners.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4030/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4030&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078931,"bill_number":"HB4271","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to agritourism.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to agritourism.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4271/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4271&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078934,"bill_number":"HB4129","title":"Relating to the prohibition of warrantless searches and seizures.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to warrantless entry of private lands; limitations of entry onto private lands; clarifying the process for law enforcement entry onto posted private lands; use of surveillance cameras on or near posted private lands; searches and seizures on private lands; requiring a search warrant or other recognized exception for searches and seizures in open fields; providing a definition; providing for abolishing the common law open fields doctrine; prohibiting surveillance cameras on private property; and providing exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4129/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4129&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2078935,"bill_number":"SB22","title":"Establishing Defend the Guard Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require an official declaration of war or an action to call forth the state militia by the United States Congress before members of the West Virginia National Guard may be released from state control to participate in active-duty combat.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Military","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Military","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB22/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=22&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078938,"bill_number":"SB151","title":"Exempting life insurance cash value from Medicaid eligibility calculations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make life insurance cash value exempt when calculating eligibility for Medicaid","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"On 2nd reading, rereferred to Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB151/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=151&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078941,"bill_number":"SB161","title":"Uniform Mortgage Modification Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the Uniform Mortgage Modification Act, which allows certain modifications in existing mortgage agreements to be made without altering the priority of the mortgage as a lien against the secured property and was recommended for passage by the Commission on Interstate Cooperation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB161/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=161&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078942,"bill_number":"HB4153","title":"West Virginia Skilled and Ready to Work Internship and Apprenticeship Incentive Act","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the creation of the West Virginia Skilled and Ready to Work Internship and Apprenticeship Incentive Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4153/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4153&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2078945,"bill_number":"HB4326","title":"Relating to authorizing the Office of Miners' Health, Safety, and Training to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the submission and approval of a comprehensive Mine Safety Program for coal mining operations in the state of West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Miners' Health, Safety, and Training to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the submission and approval of a comprehensive Mine Safety Program for coal mining operations in the state of West Virginia.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4326/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4326&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078946,"bill_number":"SB179","title":"Creating crime of attempting to smuggle contraband into federal correctional institutions within state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add federal correctional institutions to the list of correctional facilities in which it is a criminal offense to deliver any thing unlawfully to a person in custody or confined therein.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB179/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=179&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2078947,"bill_number":"HB4238","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the installation, operation, and sharing of customer bank communication terminals and the utilization of nonexclusive access interchange system.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the installation, operation, and sharing of customer bank communication terminals and the utilization of nonexclusive access interchange system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4238/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4238&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078950,"bill_number":"HB4121","title":"Relating to reporting duties of county commission regarding ambulance services.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the county commissions to provide ambulance service to all residents and to submit a yearly report to the Office of Emergency Medical Services on the funds expended the year prior on emergency ambulance services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4121/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4121&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2078951,"bill_number":"SB119","title":"Eliminating appointment process for PSC members","description":"The purpose of this bill is to have members of the Public Service Commission be elected to six-year terms through state-wide, nonpartisan elections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB119/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=119&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2078964,"bill_number":"SB26","title":"Revising requirements and process for compulsory immunization exemptions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create exemptions to mandatory vaccination requirements to accommodate religious conviction and philosophical beliefs. The bill also revises the existing medical exemption process and eliminates the position of the State Immunization Officer. The bill permits injunctive relief for violations of this section.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB26/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=26&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078967,"bill_number":"SB81","title":"Permitting State Tax Division investigators carry concealed weapons","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit investigators in the State Tax Division to carry concealed weapons.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB81/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=81&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2078968,"bill_number":"HB4141","title":"Award military veterans with a “Veterans” license plate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt honorably discharged veteran of any branch of the armed services of the United States from the payment of vehicle registration fees under the provisions of this chapter, except for a special initial application fee of $10.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4141/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4141&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078969,"bill_number":"SB67","title":"Relating to public charter schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow authorization and funding of alternative high-risk population public charter schools; provide eligibility requirements to be an alternative high-risk population public charter school; specify which students are included as \"high risk\"; require West Virginia Board of Education rule setting forth requirements for alternative high-risk population charter school funding; allow an institution of higher education to apply to an authorizer to establish virtual or on-campus public charter microschools; allow any public charter school to partner with learning pods and microschools to provide instruction to those learning pods and microschools; and make other changes to the public charter school law.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB67/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=67&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2078972,"bill_number":"HB4034","title":"To display the Ten Commandments in public schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require public elementary schools and secondary schools to display in a conspicuous place in each classroom of the school a durable poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments that meets certain requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4034/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4034&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2078973,"bill_number":"SB140","title":"Increasing penalty for voluntary manslaughter","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the penalty for voluntary manslaughter.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB140/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=140&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2078976,"bill_number":"HB4050","title":"Establishing reporting requirements for utilities that are members of a regional transmission organization","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that each public utility that is a member of a regional transmission organization submit information relating to the utility's or an affiliate's votes at a regional transmission organization meeting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4050/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4050&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2078978,"bill_number":"HB4123","title":"To provide a pay increase for the West Virginia Capitol Police and support staff of Capitol police","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a pay increase for capitol police and staff.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4123/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4123&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078980,"bill_number":"SB16","title":"Creating Child Protection Investigations Reform Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Child Protection Investigations Reform Act; and require notification to a person accused of child abuse or neglect of the person's rights in connection with an investigation conducted by the Department of Human Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB16/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=16&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2078982,"bill_number":"SB236","title":"Relating to trespassing on premises of higher education institution","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify what constitutes trespassing at an institution of higher education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB236/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=236&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2078988,"bill_number":"HB4315","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to general provisions for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to general provisions for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4315/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4315&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2078989,"bill_number":"SB249","title":"Repealing vehicle inspection sticker requirements in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the article creating mandatory state inspections of motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB249/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=249&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2078992,"bill_number":"HB4069","title":"To remove the helmet law in West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove helmet and eye protection from motorcycle safety equipment requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4069/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4069&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078995,"bill_number":"SB87","title":"Relating to licensing of dietitians and nutritionists","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify licensing for dietitians and establish requirements for nutritionists, provide definitions, define the scope of practice, and list the requirements for a qualified supervisor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB87/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=87&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2078996,"bill_number":"HB4193","title":"Per-Credit Tuition for WV Community Colleges","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the increase of tuition fees for Community and Technical Colleges on a per credit hour basis for all undergraduate credit hours attempted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Higher Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Higher Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4193/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4193&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2078997,"bill_number":"HB4094","title":"To eliminate the dog tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the sections of code relating to dogs being subject to taxation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4094/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4094&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079002,"bill_number":"SB109","title":"Clarifying racial discrimination includes discrimination based on certain hair textures and hairstyles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that racial discrimination includes discrimination based on certain hair textures and hairstyles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB109/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=109&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2079003,"bill_number":"SB175","title":"Prohibiting camping in public areas without consent","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the misdemeanor offense of camping in public spaces without consent, establishes penalties upon conviction thereof, provides for warning citation for first offense; provides exceptions and addresses existing state or local ordinances, or rules.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB175/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=175&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2079006,"bill_number":"HB4222","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to diabetes self-management education.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to diabetes self-management education.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4222/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4222&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079008,"bill_number":"HB4157","title":"Eliminating requirement for write-in candidates to register with Secretary of State in order to qualify write-in candidate votes to be counted.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement that write-in candidates file with the Secretary of State before votes for said candidates can be counted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4157/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4157&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2079009,"bill_number":"HB4118","title":"Authority to establish voluntary firefighter service fee and fund.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county commissions to establish and impose voluntary firefighter service fees on county residents and establish a voluntary firefighter service fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4118/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4118&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2079011,"bill_number":"HB4045","title":"Allow customers to make changes to their accounts by phone or mail.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create The Rossi Act; requiring that entities providing goods, services, or utilities allow changes to be made to an electronic account by telephone or mail; and providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4045/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4045&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079013,"bill_number":"HB4231","title":"Relating to authorizing the Fire Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the fire code.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Fire Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the fire code.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4231/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4231&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079016,"bill_number":"SB150","title":"Exempting automobiles 25 years or older from personal property taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from personal property taxation private passenger automobiles that are 25 years old or older.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB150/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=150&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079020,"bill_number":"HB4061","title":"Requiring PEIA and other health insurance providers to provide payment parity for certain services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide payment parity for mental health care delivered by non-physicians for identical services provided by physicians.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4061/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4061&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079023,"bill_number":"HB4079","title":"Eliminate woke, anti-women words from state government","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate woke words and agendas from state government documents, websites, literature, and in person.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4079/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4079&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079025,"bill_number":"SB38","title":"Establishing revocation of authority for spending by agency in support of challenge to WV law","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit spending authority for money used by an agency in support of a challenge to West Virginia law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB38/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=38&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079026,"bill_number":"HB4168","title":"Relating to vaccine requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the requirements for compulsory childhood immunizations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4168/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4168&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ian Masters"},
{"bill_id":2079029,"bill_number":"HB4273","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration of architects.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration of architects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4273/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4273&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079030,"bill_number":"SB155","title":"Relating to adjunct teaching permits","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the creation of adjunct teaching permits.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB155/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=155&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2079032,"bill_number":"HB4313","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacists.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacists.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4313/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4313&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079039,"bill_number":"HB4297","title":"Relating to authorizing the Municipal Pensions Oversight Board to promulgate a legislative rule relating to exempt purchasing.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Municipal Pensions Oversight Board to promulgate a legislative rule relating to exempt purchasing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4297/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4297&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079040,"bill_number":"HB4225","title":"Relating to authorizing the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rulerelating to delegation of medication administration and health maintenance tasks to approved medication assistive personnel.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to delegation of medication administration and health maintenance tasks to approved medication assistive personnel.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4225/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4225&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079043,"bill_number":"HB4006","title":"Creating the West Virginia Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing Growth Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to foster the operations and growth of all facets of the aerospace industry in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"On 3rd reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4006/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4006&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2079045,"bill_number":"HB4122","title":"To require cameras in every classroom and room where children are present","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that all schools maintain cameras in areas where students are present in schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4122/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4122&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079047,"bill_number":"SB201","title":"Creating felony offense of cruelty to animals","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to cruelty to animals. The bill creates and defines the felony offense of cruelty to animals; modifies and clarifies applicability of the section; defines terms; and creates criminal penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB201/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=201&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2079048,"bill_number":"HB4309","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating toregistration of pharmacy technicians.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration of pharmacy technicians.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4309/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4309&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079051,"bill_number":"HB4332","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to deer hunting.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to deer hunting.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4332/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4332&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079053,"bill_number":"HB4301","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to schedule of fees.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to schedule of fees.This section i[s new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4301/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4301&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079055,"bill_number":"HB4080","title":"To provide for partisan races for mayoral and city council races, and provide for the election of mayors by citizens of a town or municipality.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require mayor and city council elections to be partisan.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4080/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4080&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2079058,"bill_number":"HB4088","title":"Relating to certified public accountants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the provisions governing the education, examination and experience requirements for certified public accountants and to clarify substantial equivalency practice privileges and the issuance of certificates to out-of-state applicants/practitioners.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/2/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4088/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4088&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2079059,"bill_number":"SB152","title":"Modifying permissible expenditures by Water Development Authority from Infrastructure Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to the modify the upper limit of funds which may be transferred to sub account; raise the cap on total project costs for certain facilities for use of Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account funding; and allow the authority to grant infrastructure grant money from the Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account to certain projects for the upgrading of a water facility or wastewater facility to reduce maintenance costs, operations costs, or waterline leakages.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB152/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=152&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079062,"bill_number":"HB4058","title":"Assure West Virginians proper access to water and sewage service at reasonable rates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the PSC to reduce rates for residential utility customers who are residents of a small community with fewer than 1,000 residents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4058/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4058&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079064,"bill_number":"SB183","title":"Removing certain entities from list of exemptions from criminal liability relating to distribution and display of obscene matter to minor","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove schools, museums, and public libraries from the exemption which protects these types of entities from prosecution for distribution and display to minor of an obscene matter.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB183/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=183&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2079065,"bill_number":"HB4055","title":"Repeal WV Code §56-3-16. Execution of process on Sunday.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the code prohibiting civil process on Sunday.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4055/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4055&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079069,"bill_number":"SB130","title":"Creating E-cigarette and E-cigarette Liquid Directory","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the E-cigarette and E-cigarette Liquid Directory. The bill requires all manufacturers to obtain marketing authorization from the United States Food and Drug Administration before engaging in consumer sales in West Virginia. Manufacturers must also apply to the State Tax Commissioner and State Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner and obtain approval from such agencies to be listed on the directory before engaging in consumer sales. Finally, the Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner and the Tax Commissioner shall have joint regulatory enforcement authority over the directory.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB130/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=130&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079071,"bill_number":"HB4195","title":"Placing a two year a cap on electrical utility rates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide relief to West Virginia residents and businesses from the rocket ride of rapidly rising utility rates by placing a temporary cap on electrical utility rates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4195/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4195&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2079072,"bill_number":"HB4171","title":"Gender identification on forms of ID","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the sex at birth on a birth certificate and require medical documentation or a court order to change an applicant's sex on driver's licenses, identification cards, or instruction permits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4171/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4171&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079079,"bill_number":"HB4331","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to prohibitions when hunting and trapping.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to prohibitions when hunting and trapping.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4331/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4331&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079080,"bill_number":"HB4127","title":"Repealing section of code authorizing additional registration fees for alternative fuel vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the section of the West Virginia code relating to additional registration fees for alternative fuel vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4127/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4127&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2079084,"bill_number":"HB4047","title":"To remove sales tax for food bought in vending machines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove consumers sales and service tax from prepared food sold through vending and money-operated machines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4047/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4047&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2079086,"bill_number":"HB4182","title":"To expand the EMS retirement system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that an emergency medical services agency designated by a county commission to provide emergency response through a county emergency dispatch center qualifies as a participating public employer in the Emergency Medical Services Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4182/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4182&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2079087,"bill_number":"SB219","title":"Creating moratorium on school closings and consolidation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a moratorium on school closings and consolidation; provide legislative findings; provide a purpose; establish the Board of Education take certain actions; require the Board of Education provide a report; and provide a timeframe.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB219/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=219&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079090,"bill_number":"HB4233","title":"Relating to authorizing the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the West Virginia State Police Career Progression System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to West Virginia State Police Career Progression System.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4233/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4233&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079092,"bill_number":"SB144","title":"Providing phased-in increase in homestead exemption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a phased in increase in the homestead exemption; provide that change to exemption contingent on passage of constitutional amendment; and repeal limitation on levy rates when appraisal results in tax increase.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB144/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=144&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2079097,"bill_number":"SB246","title":"Establishing minimum student enrollment for school aid formula","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the school aid formula by establishing a minimum net enrollment of 1,200 students for each county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB246/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=246&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2079098,"bill_number":"SR3","title":"Recognizing importance of strengthening US medical supply chains","description":"Recognizing importance of strengthening US medical supply chains","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR3/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=3&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079100,"bill_number":"SB70","title":"Protecting state and local government systems and data from foreign entities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect state and local government systems and data, and their ability to protect citizens' data and access to government systems, from cyberattacks and surveillance by adverse foreign interests by prohibiting the use or procurement of any software, application, or artificial intelligence tool that is owned by any entity located in a designated foreign adversary nation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB70/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=70&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079104,"bill_number":"SB92","title":"Relating to enhanced pay for certain teachers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance pay for teachers; provide for market pay enhancement for teacher salaries in certain circumstances; provide for certification to the State Auditor; set out distribution of funds; require reporting; make funds subject to personal income tax; providing funds are in excess of minimum salary schedule; make enhancement not subject to state grievance process; and provide for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB92/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=92&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079105,"bill_number":"SB164","title":"Establishing Joint Commission on Government Efficiency","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Joint Commission on Government Efficiency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB164/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=164&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079108,"bill_number":"HB4002","title":"Establishing the West Virginia Collaboratory","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Collaboratory.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4002/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4002&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2079109,"bill_number":"HB4215","title":"Department of Health Rules Bundle","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to water well regulations.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/9/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4215/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4215&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079112,"bill_number":"SB160","title":"Creating mental hygiene regions by Supreme Court of Appeals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Supreme Court of Appeals to employ full-time mental hygiene commissioners with statewide jurisdiction to conduct mental hygiene proceedings in designated regions. The bill also creates a new system of temporary observation releases to ensure continued compliance with treatment plans and to allow for more efficient follow-up commitment if criteria have returned. Finally, the bill allows evaluators to conduct evaluations statewide and requires Certified Community Mental Health Centers to ensure that at least one examiner is available to provide coverage in each region at all hours and limits who may perform these evaluations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB160/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=160&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2079117,"bill_number":"HB4202","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mine subsidence insurance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mine subsidence insurance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4202/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4202&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079118,"bill_number":"HB4216","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to lead abatement licensing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to lead abatement licensing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4216/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4216&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079119,"bill_number":"SB19","title":"Relating to purchase or acquisition of real property by foreign entities","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB19/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=19&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079122,"bill_number":"HB4160","title":"Relating to federal involvement in elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require legislative approval before implementing any new federal guidance on elections, accepting any new federal funds for elections, and mandating that the Governor, Secretary of State, and the Legislature be notified when they receive communications from any federal agency regarding elections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4160/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4160&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2079123,"bill_number":"SB61","title":"Prohibiting acceptance of illegal ballots cast in any election","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the acceptance of illegal ballots cast in any election and to provide criminal penalties for intentionally and knowingly accepting an absentee ballot that does not comply with state requirements for absentee voting.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB61/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=61&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079126,"bill_number":"SB86","title":"Enacting bank protections for eligible adults from financial exploitation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide banking protections for eligible adults from financial exploitation by permitting depository institutions, broker-dealers, and investment advisors to delay, refuse, or prevent certain activities and financial transactions when an entity or employer suspects financial exploitation of an elder adult or incapacitated adult may be at issue. This bill further permits disclosure of such activity or financial transaction to an eligible adults' authorized third-party as well as a designated state agency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB86/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=86&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079128,"bill_number":"HB4201","title":"Relating to authorizing the Office of Technology to promulgate a legislative rule relating to cyber reporting.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Technology to promulgate a legislative rule relating to cyber reporting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4201/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4201&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079132,"bill_number":"SB44","title":"Relating to sale of homemade food items","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize production and sale of homemade food items under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB44/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=44&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079133,"bill_number":"HB4178","title":"To challenge the necessity of needing a municipal or county license as well as a WV State license for doing business","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that any person who has obtained a business registration certificate to engage in business in West Virginia, may not be required to obtain a business registration license by a municipality or county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4178/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4178&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079140,"bill_number":"HB4098","title":"To restore the right of a person to sit on a jury has been restored upon expungement of one’s record","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reinstate jury service rights to citizens with felony convictions if the felony convictions have been expunged.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4098/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4098&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079141,"bill_number":"SR4","title":"Expressing support for WV law-enforcement professionals","description":"Expressing support for WV law-enforcement professionals","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR4/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=4&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2079142,"bill_number":"SB101","title":"Creating position of homeless education coordinator in counties designated by state board as urban county","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a homeless education coordinator in counties designated by the state board as an urban county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB101/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=101&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2079146,"bill_number":"SB114","title":"Creating Paid Parental Leave Pilot Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a paid parental leave pilot program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB114/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=114&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2079148,"bill_number":"SB42","title":"Authorizing over-the-counter sale of ivermectin","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enable pharmacists to dispense Ivermectin for human use without a prescription.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB42/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=42&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079149,"bill_number":"SB243","title":"Establishing disaster repair and recovery effort tax credit for taxpayers subject to severance and business privilege tax in certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a credit against the severance tax to encourage private companies to assist with repair and recovery efforts following disasters in this state. The bill limits the total amount of repair and recovery effort credits which can be certified by the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection. The bill requires the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Tax Commissioner to propose legislative rules and emergency legislative rules for promulgation to implement the provisions of the bill The bill will increase economic opportunity in this state. The bill authorizes the claiming of the credits. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB243/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=243&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2079154,"bill_number":"HB4042","title":"To eliminate property taxes on the farm structures of any farmer producing at least 40% of their income from their farm","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from taxation real property used for farming, if the owner-farmer resides on the real property and receives at least 40 percent of his or her income from the farm.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4042/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4042&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079155,"bill_number":"HB4099","title":"To disallow the recognition of a drivers license issued by another state to any undocumented immigrant","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that drivers licenses issued in other states to undocumented immigrants are not recognized as valid in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4099/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4099&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079156,"bill_number":"SB195","title":"Increasing penalty for second degree murder","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the penalty for second degree murder.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB195/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=195&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2079160,"bill_number":"HB4065","title":"Relating to the membership of the Hope Scholarship Board","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to the composition of the Hope Scholarship Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4065/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4065&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079161,"bill_number":"SB115","title":"Repealing Workplace Freedom Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the \"right-to-work\" legislation of 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Workforce","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Workforce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB115/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=115&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2079163,"bill_number":"HB4299","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the Board of Optometry.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the Board of Optometry.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4299/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4299&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079165,"bill_number":"SB202","title":"Exempting certain military veterans and their dependents from tuition","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt certain military veterans and their spouses and dependents from tuition and fees at state institutions of higher education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Military","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Military","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB202/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=202&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2079167,"bill_number":"HB4241","title":"Relating to authorizing the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fingerprinting requirements for applicants for insurance producer license and insurance adjuster license.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fingerprinting requirements for applicants for insurance producer license and insurance adjuster license.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4241/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4241&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079168,"bill_number":"SJR12","title":"Elimination of Business Inventory Tax Amendment","description":"The purpose of this amendment is to eliminate the current tax on business inventory.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR12/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=12&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079172,"bill_number":"SB226","title":"Relating to WV Commercial Feed Law","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a person engaged in offering for sale, selling, exchanging, or bartering products or commodities produced exclusively on his or her own farm is exempt from obtaining a commercial feed distributor permit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB226/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=226&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079175,"bill_number":"SB221","title":"Relating to King Coal Highway Economic Advisory Board Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to rename the West Virginia Advanced Energy and Economic Corridor Authority the King Coal Highway Economic Advisory Board; to modify the legislative findings for the creation of the advisory board; reduce membership of advisory board to 11 members; modify requirements for members of advisory board; and modify powers and duties of the advisory board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB221/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=221&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079176,"bill_number":"HB4170","title":"To prohibit the charging of any fees to cash any government issued check.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit merchants from charging fees to cash a check issued by a governmental entity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4170/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4170&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2079181,"bill_number":"SB224","title":"Creating Support for Neglected Schools Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the \"Support for Neglected Schools Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB224/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=224&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079182,"bill_number":"SB123","title":"Requiring ambulance, if available, at middle school or high school football game","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require an ambulance at any middle school or high school football game under the control, supervision, and regulation of the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB123/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=123&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2079183,"bill_number":"HB4134","title":"To quantify fair workman compensation rates and more equitable method of tracking/billing for various classifications within volunteer fire departments and emergency rescue personnel","description":"The purpose of this bill is to quantify and ensure fair workers' compensation rates and to develop a more equitable method of tracking and billing for the various classifications within volunteer fire departments and emergency rescue personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4134/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4134&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079188,"bill_number":"HB4183","title":"Exempt non-profits from certain road sign fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt nonprofit organizations from paying fees for outdoor advertising.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4183/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4183&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2079189,"bill_number":"HB4152","title":"Workforce-Education Partnership Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the Workforce Education Partnership Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4152/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4152&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2079192,"bill_number":"HB4103","title":"Relating to the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require public elementary schools and secondary schools to display in a conspicuous place in each classroom of the school a durable poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments that meets certain requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4103/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4103&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2079194,"bill_number":"SB166","title":"Relating to eligibility for WV Invests Grant Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the West Virginia Invests Grant Program eligibility requirements to an associate degree or certificate in a post-secondary program for emergency medical services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB166/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=166&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2079202,"bill_number":"HB4255","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Downstream Natural Gas Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Downstream Natural Gas Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4255/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4255&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079204,"bill_number":"HB4084","title":"To protect homeowners from unscrupulous contractors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a written contract between a licensed contractor and owner or lessee of residential property and information to be contained in the written contract.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4084/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4084&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079207,"bill_number":"HB4059","title":"To require hospitals and or Counties to report costs associated with illegal or undocumented immigrants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require political subdivisions and the Department of Health to collect and report data regarding the cost expended on undocumented immigrants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4059/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4059&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079209,"bill_number":"HB4037","title":"Consolidate county school boards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to unify county school districts in the state; establish findings; require county school districts be unified with other county school districts by July 1, 2029; require State Board of Education to study and provide recommendation regarding school district unification by October 31, 2026; create School District Unification Committee to assist State Board of Education; and authorize rulemaking to aid in the transition process.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4037/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4037&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079211,"bill_number":"HB4111","title":"Establishing a community solar program for subscribers to gain credits against their utility bills","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a community solar program where subscribers can purchase an interest in a solar facility and use credits against their electric utility costs; establishing parameters and conditions for the program; and provide for administration and rulemaking by the Public Service Commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4111/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4111&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2079214,"bill_number":"SB84","title":"Prohibiting law enforcement from placing surveillance cameras on private property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit law enforcement officers from placing a surveillance camera or game camera on certain private land; providing an exception; and defining \"private land\".","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/14/2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB84/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=84&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2079216,"bill_number":"SB218","title":"Creating Community School Support Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a community school support fund; requiring the State Superintendent of Schools to take certain actions to set aside $5 million for the fund; and to clarify the application process for assistance from the fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB218/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=218&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079217,"bill_number":"SB199","title":"Providing waiver of fees for emergency responders disabled in line of duty for hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to waive the fees for hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses or permits for emergency responders who are totally disabled in the line of duty.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB199/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=199&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2079220,"bill_number":"SB136","title":"Providing reports to DMV on mental and physical disabilities for driver's license","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide reports on mental or physical disabilities, or disorders, to the Division of Motor Vehicles to determine an individual's medical competency to retain their driver's license. The bill also provides that this section shall be known as \"McKayla, Miranda and Philip's Law\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB136/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=136&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2079221,"bill_number":"HB4211","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a promulgate a legislative rule relating to cross-state air pollution to control annual nitrogen oxides emissions, annual sulfur dioxide emissions, and ozone season nitrogen oxides emissions.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to cross-state air pollution to control annual nitrogen oxides emissions, annual sulfur dioxide emissions, and ozone season nitrogen oxides emissions.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4211/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4211&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079222,"bill_number":"HB4176","title":"To allow youth and handicapped hunters to harvest a buck deer or doe during youth/handicapped special hunts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow youths and those carrying a Class Q special hunting permit to take antlered deer.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4176/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4176&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079226,"bill_number":"HB4190","title":"Relating to the restoration of civil rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the automatic restoration of civil rights for certain nonviolent first offenders.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4190/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4190&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079227,"bill_number":"HB4007","title":"Relating to industrial access roads","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that funding may be used as part of the West Virginia Business Ready Sites Program, raising the funding limits, and requiring a response deadline when a formal use request is submitted.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4007/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4007&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David McCormick"},
{"bill_id":2079228,"bill_number":"SB3","title":"Allowing Supreme Court of Appeals discretion to create uniform pay scales for all levels of judicial support staff","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Supreme Court of Appeals to create pay scales for judicial support staff. This change will encourage employee recruitment and retention efforts and provide more clarity and consistency in pay structure based on job duties and educational requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB3/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=3&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079233,"bill_number":"SB232","title":"Establishing WV Secondary School Athletic Trainer and Career Technical Education Program Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Secondary School Athletic Trainer and Career Technical Education Program Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB232/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=232&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2079236,"bill_number":"SB82","title":"Establishing tax on production of electricity from wind and solar sources","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tax on the production of electricity from wind and solar collection for distribution to the counties to be distributed to the volunteer fire departments in that county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB82/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=82&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2079237,"bill_number":"SB217","title":"Creating Community Schools Funding Formula Revision Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the Community School Funding Formula Revision Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB217/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=217&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079240,"bill_number":"HB4328","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to wildlife rehabilitation.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to wildlife rehabilitation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4328/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4328&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079242,"bill_number":"HB4288","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to marriage and family therapist licensing.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to marriage and family therapist licensing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4288/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4288&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079243,"bill_number":"HB4128","title":"Determining Bond requirements for certain crimes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit magistrates to order mental health evaluations prior to setting bonds for certain crimes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4128/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4128&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079247,"bill_number":"HB4113","title":"Emergency Medical Services Sales Tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county commissions to impose an emergency medical services tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4113/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4113&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2079250,"bill_number":"HB4112","title":"Provide tax credit for homeschool students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish tax credits for parents and legal guardians whose children are in a home-schooling program or private school. The bill provides for an exception. Finally, the bill provides rule-making authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Educational Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Educational Choice","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4112/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4112&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079251,"bill_number":"SB97","title":"Equipment Right to Repair Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Equipment Right to Repair Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB97/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=97&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2079254,"bill_number":"SB5","title":"Exempting WV campus police officer retirement income from personal income tax after specified date","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from personal income tax West Virginia campus police officer retirement income, after July 1, 2026, including any survivorship annuities, to the extent included in gross income for federal income tax purposes for the taxable year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB5/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079257,"bill_number":"SB240","title":"Approving overtime pay for teachers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to approve overtime pay for teachers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB240/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=240&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2079258,"bill_number":"HB4083","title":"Relating to Medical Professional Responsibility","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify parameters for medical malpractice civil actions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4083/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4083&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2079263,"bill_number":"HB4247","title":"Relating to authorizing the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to credit for reinsurance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to credit for reinsurance.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4247/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4247&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079264,"bill_number":"SB126","title":"Defining protections for election officials and election workers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify acts that constitute the offenses of obstruction or prevention of election activities and to establish the criminal penalties for those acts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB126/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=126&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2079268,"bill_number":"SB143","title":"Inflation Protection Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to empower the Treasurer to invest in gold, silver, and bitcoin.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB143/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=143&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079270,"bill_number":"HB4246","title":"Relating to authorizing the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to insurance holding company systems.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to insurance holding company systems.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4246/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4246&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079271,"bill_number":"HB4078","title":"To repeal a provision of the code relating to the limitation on bringing an action to enter upon or recover lands","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal a provision of the code relating to the limitation on bringing an action to enter upon or recover lands.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4078/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4078&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079274,"bill_number":"SB215","title":"Creating WV Constitutional Schools Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the West Virginia Constitutional Schools Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB215/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=215&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079275,"bill_number":"HB4114","title":"Relating to oversight of West Virginia Fusion Center","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for oversight authority of the West Virginia Fusion Center; to terminate the Joint Oversight Committee as of June 30, 2026; to establish the Fusion Center Joint Oversight Committee to be effective July 1, 2026; to direct the Inspector General to conduct an annual audit of the Fusion Center and to respond to questions from committee; to provide that the President and Speaker may call Fusion Center employees to testify in committee meetings; and to establish that violations of law or policy identified by audit may form basis for disciplinary action for a Fusion Center employee.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4114/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4114&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2079277,"bill_number":"SB30","title":"Allowing 18 to 20-year-olds to carry concealed weapon without permit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow those persons 18-20 years of age to be permitted to carry a deadly weapon as those persons 21 and over are currently permitted to do.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB30/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=30&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079280,"bill_number":"HB4240","title":"Relating to authorizing the Commissioner of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the Fintech Regulatory Sandbox Program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Commissioner of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Fintech Regulatory Sandbox Program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4240/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4240&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079282,"bill_number":"SB157","title":"Reorganizing several provisions of bail statutes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reorganize several key provisions of the bail statutes with an emphasis on application of factors for certain bail determinations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB157/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=157&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2079283,"bill_number":"HB4298","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Occupational Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education and competence.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Occupational Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education and competence.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4298/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4298&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079288,"bill_number":"HB4284","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to to waxing specialists.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to waxing specialists.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4284/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4284&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079289,"bill_number":"SB128","title":"Creating WV Workplace Security Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Workplace Security Act; make certain acts unlawful; and prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for violations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB128/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=128&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2079290,"bill_number":"HB4259","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the Soft Drinks Tax.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Soft Drinks Tax.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4259/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4259&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079293,"bill_number":"HB4140","title":"To allow counties to post legal ads on their website in lieu of print in local newspapers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county commissions post legal ads on the county website in lieu of publication in local newspapers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4140/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4140&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079295,"bill_number":"SJR1","title":"County Boundary Review Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose a Constitutional Amendment to allow the Legislature to redraw county boundaries and combine counties every 100 years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR1/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079296,"bill_number":"HB4285","title":"Relating to authorizing the Contractor Licensing Board to promulgate a legislative rule relating to West Virginia Contractor Licensing Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Contractor Licensing Board to promulgate a legislative rule relating to West Virginia Contractor Licensing Act.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4285/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4285&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079301,"bill_number":"HB4142","title":"Better protect citizens in the event of a car accident with an uninsured motorist","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the commissioner of Motor Vehicles to develop and implement an electronic insurance verification program; to require the Insurance Commissioner to propose rules necessary to implement requirements of the electronic insurance verification program; and require every person operating a vehicle have insurance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4142/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4142&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079302,"bill_number":"HB4149","title":"Relating to warrantless entry of private lands","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth limitations of entry onto private lands; clarify the process for law enforcement entry onto posted private lands; and clarify the use of surveillance cameras on or near posted private lands.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4149/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4149&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079304,"bill_number":"SB85","title":"Reducing statute of limitations on actions to recover on oral and written contracts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the statute of limitations on actions to recover on both oral and written contracts, on bonds of fiduciaries and personal representatives, and on recognizances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB85/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=85&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079307,"bill_number":"SB156","title":"Streamlining rebate process for motor vehicle property taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to streamline the motor vehicle property tax adjustment by providing a refund within 30 days of paying your taxes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB156/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=156&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2079308,"bill_number":"SB220","title":"Relating to jurisdiction of PSC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the term \"solar photovoltaic energy facility\" to \"an on-site energy facility\"; and require power purchase agreements (PPAs) between public entities and customers to contain certain language.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB220/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=220&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079310,"bill_number":"SB66","title":"Modifying classes of state of preparedness declared by Governor or Legislature","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the declaration of a state of preparedness by executive order of the Governor or by concurrent resolution of the Legislature to alleviate the two classes of state of preparedness for simplicity and have one level of a state of preparedness similar to having only one level for a state of emergency.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB66/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=66&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079319,"bill_number":"SB9","title":"Requiring age-appropriate instruction on Holocaust in public schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require all public schools located within this state shall give age-appropriate instruction on the Holocaust.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB9/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=9&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079320,"bill_number":"HB4227","title":"Relating to authorizing the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to syringe services program licensure.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to syringe services program licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4227/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4227&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079322,"bill_number":"SB62","title":"Recognizing authority of Agriculture Commissioner to intervene in matters that negatively affect agritourism","description":"The purpose of this bill is to grant authority to the Department of Agriculture to preempt any Department of Environmental Protection, Fire Marshall, zoning laws, county, or municipality rules in for occasional agritourism activities so long as the activities adhere to the National Fire Protection Association's Life Safety Code for occupant safety.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB62/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=62&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079325,"bill_number":"HB4172","title":"Removing the Office of County Surveyor from election ballots","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the office of County Surveyor from elections and ending the office in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4172/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4172&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2079328,"bill_number":"HB4329","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special boating.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special boating.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4329/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4329&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079330,"bill_number":"HCR2","title":"Amending Rule 31 of the Joint Rules of the Senate and House of Delegates.","description":"Amending Rule 31 of the Joint Rules of the Senate and House of Delegates.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"House received Senate message","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR2/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=2&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2079333,"bill_number":"SB89","title":"Providing members of State Teachers Retirement System are absent from service while serving as officer with statewide professional teaching association","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that members of the State Teachers Retirement System shall be considered absent from service as a teacher or nonteacher while serving as an officer with a statewide professional teaching association, or who have served in that capacity; and providing that retirants, who served in that capacity while members, shall be considered to have been absent from service as a teacher by reason of that service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB89/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=89&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079335,"bill_number":"HB4234","title":"Relating to authorizing the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to contracted police or security services.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to contracted police or security services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4234/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4234&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079336,"bill_number":"SB139","title":"Allowing for testimony of spouses in certain criminal cases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow testimony by one spouse regarding an offense of the other spouse against a child or grandchild.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB139/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=139&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2079340,"bill_number":"HB4250","title":"Relating to authorizing the Racing Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to thoroughbred racing.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Racing Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to thoroughbred racing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4250/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4250&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079341,"bill_number":"HB4101","title":"To amend the state tax code to provide an exemption from state income tax for families with four or more children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a personal income tax exemption for families with four or more children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4101/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4101&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2079344,"bill_number":"HB4092","title":"require all law enforcement officers in WV be U.S. citizens","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that all law-enforcement officers have proof of citizenship of the United States as a condition of certification; and providing an exception for those persons already employed","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4092/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4092&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079347,"bill_number":"HB4322","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Social Work to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the fee schedule.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Social Work to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fee schedule.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4322/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4322&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079348,"bill_number":"SB214","title":"Creating Community School Funding Formula Revision Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the Community School Funding Formula Revision Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB214/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=214&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079350,"bill_number":"HB4296","title":"Relating to authorizing the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards of ethics.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards of ethics.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4296/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4296&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079354,"bill_number":"HB4043","title":"To give an additional $20,000 dollar Homestead Exemption on the property tax of any West Virginia citizen farmer that produces more than 50% of his or her income from their farm","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an additional homestead exemption on the property tax of any West Virginia citizen farmer who produces more than 50% of his or her income from their farm.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4043/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4043&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079356,"bill_number":"HB4187","title":"Require Certified Fire Investigators to be classified as professionals under the State Sales and Usage Tax exemptions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define professional services for the sales tax code and add certified fire investigators to the definition.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4187/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4187&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079357,"bill_number":"HB4229","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health Facilities to promulgate a legislative rule relating to patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health Facilities to promulgate a legislative rule relating to patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4229/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4229&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079359,"bill_number":"SB64","title":"Requiring resolutions for constitutional amendments include language to be on official ballots","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that the Legislature prescribe a description of proposed amendments to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, which are to be included on ballots used in the election at which amendments are submitted to the voters of the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB64/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=64&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079363,"bill_number":"SB41","title":"Creating Standardized Testing Choice Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit students to take the Classical Learning Test (\"CLT\") as an alternative to the traditional ACT and SAT exams. The bill provides for definitions. The bill provides for post-secondary and higher education admissions and financial aid. Finally, the bill provides for college preparation assessments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB41/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=41&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079364,"bill_number":"HB4179","title":"To create felony charge for individuals who assault police officers or police dogs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend penalties for any assault on a police officer or police dog.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4179/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4179&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079368,"bill_number":"SB40","title":"Providing veterinarian and veterinary technician reciprocity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide reciprocity for licensed veterinarians and veterinary technicians who are licensed and in good standing in other states.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB40/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=40&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079369,"bill_number":"SB184","title":"Prohibiting camping in public places","description":"The purpose of this bill is to address and define public camping in public spaces, create a penalty, and address existing ordinances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB184/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=184&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2079371,"bill_number":"HB4096","title":"Preserving and protecting the right to keep and bear arms","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define acts which constitute infringements of the right to keep and bear arms, to articulate the constitutional limits on such infringements, to declare all such infringements to be against the rights of the people and to be legally void, and to provide remedies for acts taken under the color of federal law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4096/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4096&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079376,"bill_number":"SB18","title":"Protecting employees who defend themselves from attack inside workplace from termination","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect workers who defend themselves or others from an attack from another from termination of employment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB18/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=18&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079378,"bill_number":"HB4108","title":"Increasing transparency in the apportionment process for congressional and legislative districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase transparency in the apportionment process for congressional and legislative districts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4108/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4108&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2079380,"bill_number":"HB4077","title":"Remove standardized testing in public and private schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate standardized testing requirements in West Virginia public and private schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4077/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4077&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079384,"bill_number":"HB4049","title":"Relating to the creation of the Criminal Forfeiture Process Act replacing the West Virginia Contraband Forfeiture Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Criminal Forfeiture Process Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4049/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4049&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079388,"bill_number":"HB4220","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to distribution of state funds for support of local boards of health.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to distribution of state funds for support of local boards of health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4220/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4220&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079389,"bill_number":"SB231","title":"Relating to value-based payment requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require value-based contracting for substance use disorder, to require value-based outcomes for grants, and requires a state plan amendment to the extent necessary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB231/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=231&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2079391,"bill_number":"SB235","title":"Creating Vape and Smoke Shop Location and Operating Requirements Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to regulate locations, operating requirements, and property standards for smoke shops and vape shops, establishing safe advertising that does not appeal to minors, setting standards for inspections, fines for violations, and appeals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB235/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=235&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2079393,"bill_number":"SB173","title":"Prohibiting abortifacients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the abortifacients and to enact criminal penalties, permit private causes of action for supplying abortifacients, and require continuing medical education.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB173/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=173&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079394,"bill_number":"SB129","title":"Terminating Design-Build Board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove requirements for some design-build projects and terminate the Design-Build Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB129/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=129&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079399,"bill_number":"HB4144","title":"To require the state to pay all state employees a $500 Holiday Bonus (Christmas) if state surplus revenues exceed 100$ million annually","description":"The purpose of this bill is to grant an annual Christmas bonus to eligible state employees if state surplus revenue exceeds $100 million annually.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4144/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4144&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079400,"bill_number":"HB4004","title":"Creating the Recharge West Virginia Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Recharge West Virginia Program, which reimburses West Virginia employers for the costs of upskilling their workforces. To be eligible for reimbursement, an employee must have received a 25% wage increase as a result of the upskilling training, and the wage must be above the average weekly West Virginia wage, as published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Each employer may receive $10,000 per trainee, and no employer may receive more than $50,000 during any fiscal year.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4004/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4004&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2079401,"bill_number":"SB56","title":"Allowing reimbursement for remote ultrasound procedures and fetal nonstress tests","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to allow reimbursement for remote ultrasound procedures and remote fetal nonstress tests utilizing established CPT codes for these procedures when the patient is in a residence or other off-site location from the patient's provider and the same standard of care is met.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB56/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=56&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079405,"bill_number":"HB4258","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to on-line bingo and raffles.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to on-line bingo and raffles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4258/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4258&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079406,"bill_number":"SB148","title":"Relating to distributions from funds collected from premium tax on certain insurance policies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reallocate ten 10 basis points of the one percent premium tax on fire insurance and casualty policies from the Teachers Retirement System to the Municipal Pensions Security Fund, and to decrease the amount of time in which a municipal policeman's or firefighter's pension and relief fund may be in noncompliance with the Municipal Pensions Oversight Board's investment requirements before it may be forced to invest with the state Investment Management Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB148/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=148&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079408,"bill_number":"SB186","title":"Exempting non-grantor trusts administered in state from personal income taxation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from state personal income taxation Non-grantor Trusts which have a tax situs in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB186/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=186&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2079412,"bill_number":"HB4184","title":"To exempt safe gun storage devices from state sales tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt safe gun storage devices from state sales tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4184/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4184&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079413,"bill_number":"SB241","title":"Allowing Board of Education to prohibit individuals on sex offender registry from being on school property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit those listed on the state sex offender database from entering school property or attending public school activities and events. The bill also requires parent teacher conferences for those persons to be conducted off school grounds. Finally, the bill permits the State Board of Education to promulgate rules.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB241/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=241&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2079415,"bill_number":"SB37","title":"Clarifying limitations on concealed carry permit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the placing of limitations on a concealed carry permit; excluding an individual from being charged with a crime in certain circumstances; and adding a severability clause.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB37/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=37&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079418,"bill_number":"HB4310","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacist recovery networks.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacist recovery networks.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4310/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4310&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079419,"bill_number":"HB4191","title":"Relating to providing child care generally","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the tax credit for employers providing child care for employees.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4191/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4191&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2079423,"bill_number":"SB167","title":"Relating to meetings for local levying bodies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to, upon application to the Auditor and for \"good cause,\" allow municipalities to conduct late meetings and file late reports","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB167/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=167&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079427,"bill_number":"SB209","title":"Creating Vape Regulation and Enforcement Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to regulate the sale of vape products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB209/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=209&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2079430,"bill_number":"SB245","title":"Requiring declaration of pooled units be filed with drilling permits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a declaration of pooled unit to be filed with the clerk of county commissions in which all wells in a unit are to be drilled.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB245/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=245&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2079431,"bill_number":"SB125","title":"Providing medical examination transportation services for students who seek support after experiencing sexual violence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require state intuitions of higher education, to the extent feasible, to provide to their students without charge and in a manner that protects student confidentiality, transportation to and from a local hospital for a trained health care provider to administer a sexual assault forensic medical examination kit where a student seeks support after experiencing sexual violence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB125/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=125&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2079437,"bill_number":"SB73","title":"Clarifying non-agricultural status of solar farms","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that solar farms are not agricultural operations or in the business of farming for purposes of agricultural production and taxation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB73/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=73&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079438,"bill_number":"HB4158","title":"Relating generally to drug testing of state legislators","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the random drug testing of legislators.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4158/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4158&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2079439,"bill_number":"SB182","title":"Relating to annexation by minor boundary adjustment","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to annexation by minor boundary adjustment.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB182/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=182&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2079443,"bill_number":"SB33","title":"Permitting certain state legislators to carry concealed handguns while on Capitol grounds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require legislators and staff who hold a current concealed carry permit to register with the Capitol Police an intent to carry concealed firearms within the Capitol buildings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB33/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=33&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079444,"bill_number":"SR2","title":"Creating Senate Select Committee on School Choice","description":"Creating Senate Select Committee on School Choice","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR2/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=2&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079445,"bill_number":"HB4106","title":"Allowing constitutional carry for 18- to 20-year-olds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to recognize the right of persons 18-20 years of age to carry a deadly weapon without first obtaining a license to carry concealed deadly weapons.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4106/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4106&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2079449,"bill_number":"HB4151","title":"Establishing the West Virginia Aviation Access and Tourism Growth Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Aviation Access and Tourism Growth Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4151/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4151&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2079450,"bill_number":"SB91","title":"Prohibiting spending authority for money used by board or commission that retains labor position","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit spending authority for money used by a board or commission that retains a labor position.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB91/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=91&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079453,"bill_number":"HB4186","title":"Extend the CCW permit payment waiver for Veterans to Active Duty","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt active-duty service members from fees for a license to carry a concealed deadly weapon.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4186/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4186&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079455,"bill_number":"HB4252","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the valuation of timberland and managed timberland.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to valuation of timberland and managed timberland.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4252/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4252&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079456,"bill_number":"HB4056","title":"Allow local governments to hold property owners more accountable for upkeep of buildings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to empower county commissions and local governing bodies to compel removal of unsafe real property conditions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4056/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4056&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079461,"bill_number":"HB4269","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Grade A pasteurized milk.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Grade A pasteurized milk.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4269/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4269&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079463,"bill_number":"SB138","title":"Modifying retirement and disability benefits for dependents of certain State Police retirees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the awards and benefits to dependents of State Police officers who must take disability retirement to better match the awards and benefits of the dependents of State Police retirants who serve twenty years without disability retirement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB138/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=138&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2079465,"bill_number":"HB4162","title":"WV Economic Development and Property Revitalization Tax Credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the West Virginia Economic Development and Property Revitalization Tax Credit Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4162/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4162&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2079468,"bill_number":"HB4335","title":"Relating to Medicaid providers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish uniform and expedited credentialing standards for Medicaid providers and require electronic submission of credentialing applications. The bill further directs the Department of Human Services to transition to a unified statewide electronic credentialing system.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/28/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4335/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4335&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2079469,"bill_number":"SR5","title":"Designating January 14, 2026, as Foster Care Child Welfare Day at Capitol","description":"Designating January 14, 2026, as Foster Care Child Welfare Day at Capitol","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR5/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=5&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079471,"bill_number":"SB113","title":"Providing cost-of-living provision for certain retirees under PERS and TRS","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a cost-of-living increase, based on the annual increase in the consumer price index, for persons retired under the Public Employees Retirement System and the Teachers Retirement System who are at least 60 years of age and have received retirement payments for at least five years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB113/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=113&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2079475,"bill_number":"HB4066","title":"Creating penalties for county and state boards of education for providing misinformation to parents, custodians, reviewers, or any other individual through any form of communication","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create penalties for county and state boards of education for providing misinformation to parents, custodians, reviewers, or any other individual through any form of communication.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4066/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4066&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079478,"bill_number":"HB4159","title":"Relating to the hiring requirements of West Virginia law enforcement employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the process of appointing eligible law enforcement officers after competitive examinations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4159/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4159&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2079479,"bill_number":"SB168","title":"Eliminating sales tax on utility payments for residential users","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate sales tax on utility payments for residential users.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB168/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=168&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2079482,"bill_number":"HB4041","title":"Making it a mandatory 25 year sentence for an assault on any law enforcement or animal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make a mandatory sentence of 25 years for anyone convicted of assault on any law enforcement officer or law enforcement animal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4041/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4041&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079484,"bill_number":"SB11","title":"Allowing certain Teachers Retirement System members to exchange unused leave for monetary compensation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to combat absenteeism among educators by providing a cash bonus in exchange for unused days of personal leave.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB11/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=11&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079485,"bill_number":"HB4090","title":"Provide for the employment or acceptance as avolunteer of a Certified Chaplain by public school board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county boards of education to employ or accepting as volunteers certified chaplains. The bill also provides for limitation of liability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4090/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4090&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2079487,"bill_number":"SB99","title":"Requiring investigative and assessment services in relation to child welfare","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide screening tools and data information to assist in assessing child welfare cases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB99/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=99&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2079492,"bill_number":"SB83","title":"Reducing number of days required for certain educators to apply for full-time employment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the number of days for which completion of employment in any one school year, substitute teachers, except retired teachers and other retired professional educators employed as substitutes, accrue seniority exclusively for the purpose of applying for employment as a permanent, full-time professional employee and for which that number of days or more of employment is prorated and vests as a fraction of the school year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB83/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=83&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079493,"bill_number":"HB4196","title":"To offer long-acting reversible contraception to patients receiving methadone and suboxone at the treatment facility for the methadone and suboxone","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require licensed programs, under the Medication-Assisted Treatment Program Licensing Act, to offer long-acting reversible contraception to patients recovering from addiction to new and current patients.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/27/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4196/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4196&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2079495,"bill_number":"SB145","title":"Relating to compensation for panel attorneys","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation paid by Public Defender Services; and require Public Defender Services to annually provide report summarizing certain legal services provided by guardians ad litem.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB145/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=145&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079497,"bill_number":"HB4308","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mail-order and non-resident pharmacies.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mail-order and non-resident pharmacies.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4308/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4308&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079499,"bill_number":"SB59","title":"Relating to voter eligibility and residency requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify residency requirements for voter eligibility.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB59/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=59&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079501,"bill_number":"SB234","title":"West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission Reform Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reform the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB234/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=234&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2079504,"bill_number":"HB4266","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to grades and standards for apples.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to grades and standards for apples.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4266/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4266&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079505,"bill_number":"HB4054","title":"WV code §19-20-20 apply to all animals, not just dogs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the ownership of any vicious pet.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4054/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4054&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079507,"bill_number":"SB192","title":"Establishing offense of assault upon service animal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the offense of assault upon a service animal and establish penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB192/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=192&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2079510,"bill_number":"SB45","title":"Allowing reduced property valuation for certain farmland","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize a reduced property appraisal to certain corporate owners of farm property in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB45/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=45&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2079511,"bill_number":"SB211","title":"Relating to authority of PSC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the jurisdiction of the Public Service Commission to holding hearings on rate adjustment requests by public electrical utilities, to make recommendations to the Legislature, and to require that electric utility rate adjustments be approved by the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB211/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=211&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079517,"bill_number":"SJR14","title":"Incorporation of Churches or Religious Denominations Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to authorize the incorporation of churches or religious denominations which choose to incorporate.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR14/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=14&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Rollan Roberts"},
{"bill_id":2079518,"bill_number":"SB163","title":"Requiring economic impact statements for certain legislative rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county and municipal development authorities; to provide updated reports concerning developable commercial properties and facilities and direct the Secretary of Commerce to coordinate with these authorities providing the information.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB163/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=163&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079519,"bill_number":"HB4267","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to public markets.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to public markets.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4267/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4267&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079523,"bill_number":"SB4","title":"Relating to crimes against public justice","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a 25-foot barrier around first responders.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB4/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079524,"bill_number":"SB178","title":"Establishing comprehensive highway paving plan","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Commissioner of Highways to prepare and present to the Legislature a comprehensive highway paving plan establishing routine repaving of all normally asphalt-surfaced roads.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB178/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=178&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079526,"bill_number":"HB4280","title":"Relating to authorizing the State Auditor to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards for requisitions for payment issued by the state officers on the Auditor.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Auditor to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards for requisitions for payment issued by the state officers on the Auditor.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4280/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4280&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079529,"bill_number":"HB4091","title":"Removal of elected and certain appointed officers by courts.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the removal of elected and certain appointed officers by courts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4091/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4091&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079531,"bill_number":"HB4303","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4303/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4303&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079533,"bill_number":"HB4145","title":"Creating a school choice office.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of a school choice office by the Governor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4145/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4145&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079535,"bill_number":"HB4263","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4263/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4263&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079537,"bill_number":"SB88","title":"Relating to community air monitoring programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to institute community air monitoring programs, define the data collected, and describe how that data is used.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB88/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=88&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079538,"bill_number":"SB72","title":"Requiring medical professionals to report injuries and side effects from vaccines to Bureau for Public Health","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medical professionals to report to the Bureau for Public Health all injuries and side effects from vaccines. And requiring the Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health to produce an annual report for the Legislature. The bill also requires medical professionals to receive periodic training relating to side effects from vaccines, and that the Commissioner make reports available to individuals and parents concerning adverse impact from vaccines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB72/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=72&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079541,"bill_number":"HB4068","title":"Requiring Department of Health to report positive Alpha Gal tests to CDC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of the Department of Health to propose legislative rules to include alpha-gal syndrome on the list of diseases that shall be required to be reported to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4068/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4068&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079544,"bill_number":"SB69","title":"Requiring higher education institutions to accept Classic Learning Test","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require higher education institutions to accept the Classic Learning Test.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB69/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=69&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079548,"bill_number":"HB4126","title":"To modify the funding distribution to the state park endowment fund and the State Parks Operational Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the funding distribution to the West Virginia State Parks and Recreation Endowment Fund and the State Parks Operation Fund as it relates to royalties received from beneath the Ohio River and its tributaries.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4126/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4126&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2079552,"bill_number":"HB4336","title":"relating to standards for a medication-assisted treatment program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the drug testing standards for medication-assisted treatment programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4336/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4336&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2079554,"bill_number":"HB4033","title":"Require that a public service district board that represents more than one community have at least one member from each community","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that if a public service board represents more than one community, there shall be one member from each such community on the service district board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4033/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4033&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079555,"bill_number":"HB4282","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to operational standards for schools of barbering, cosmetology, hair styling, nail technology, and aesthetics.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to operational standards for schools of barbering, cosmetology, hair styling, nail technology, and aesthetics.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4282/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4282&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079559,"bill_number":"HB4117","title":"Prohibiting surprise billing of ground emergency medical services by nonparticipating providers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit out-of-network emergency medical services agencies from balance billing a covered enrollee in a health insurance plan for ground ambulance services. The bill establishes the minimum payment to be made by an insurer to an out-of-network emergency medical services agency for ambulance services. The bill requires payment by the insurer directly to the out-of-network emergency medical services agency and the prompt payment of clean claims.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4117/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4117&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2079560,"bill_number":"SB137","title":"Modifying parole eligibility for crime of second degree murder and voluntary manslaughter","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the sentence and parole eligibility for murder in the second degree.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB137/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=137&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2079563,"bill_number":"SB207","title":"Clarifying sheriff's compensation for collection of taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the sheriff's commission compensation for the job duty of tax collector for the county and fix the amount at $15,000.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB207/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=207&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2079566,"bill_number":"HB4029","title":"Require all public contracts be publicly advertised","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a public entity accepting a bid on a public contract to notify all municipalities and counties in which the contractor or any of its subcontractors will be performing services under the contract of the existence of the contract. The bill also requires publishing terms of contract; and providing time for public comment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4029/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4029&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079567,"bill_number":"HB4036","title":"Relating to stricter enforcement for parking in a handicapped designated spot","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase certain criminal penalties for unlawful use of designated accessible parking spaces for mobility impaired persons and unlawful creation and use of special plates or placards issued to mobility impaired persons and establishing a program to increase public awareness for unlawful use of designated accessible parking spaces for mobility impaired persons and unlawful creation and use of special plates or placards issued to mobility impaired persons","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4036/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4036&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079571,"bill_number":"HB4257","title":"Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to commercial patent incentives tax credits.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to commercial patent incentives tax credits.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4257/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4257&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079573,"bill_number":"HB4197","title":"Mandating health insurance coverage treatment of pediatric patients diagnoced with PANDAS or PANS","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide coverage for physician prescribed treatment, deemed medically necessary, of pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4197/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4197&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079576,"bill_number":"HB4070","title":"Relating to natural immunity or antibodies to any illness to be treated as equal or better to vaccine induced immunity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide equal or preferred treatment to persons who have natural immunity or antibodies from their contraction of an infectious or communicable disease as opposed to persons who have vaccine induced immunity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4070/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4070&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079577,"bill_number":"HB4327","title":"Relating to authorizing the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to small arms hunting.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to small arms hunting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4327/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4327&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079580,"bill_number":"HR2","title":"House Pay Resolution","description":"House Pay Resolution","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR2/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=2&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2079581,"bill_number":"SB54","title":"Establishing criminal penalties for abuse or neglect of incapacitated adults","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the same criminal elements and criminal penalties for abuse or neglect of incapacitated adults as are applicable to abuse or neglect of children.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB54/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=54&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079582,"bill_number":"SB51","title":"Requiring course in public schools on human development","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend required courses of education to include human growth and development related to pregnancy and human development inside the womb; required methods of presenting this instruction and adding a human growth and development curriculum to be known as the \"Baby Olivia Act\"; and to authorize the Attorney General to sue for any violation of the \"Baby Olivia Act\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB51/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=51&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079586,"bill_number":"SB111","title":"Reinstating prevailing wage","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore prevailing wages for certain government contracts to state law. This bill reinstates the Prevailing Wage Law that was in effect until its repeal in 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Workforce","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Workforce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB111/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=111&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2079588,"bill_number":"SB23","title":"Relating to taxation of wind power projects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that wind power projects are not pollution control facilities for certain purposes, and providing that wind power projects are to be taxed as real property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB23/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=23&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079591,"bill_number":"HR1","title":"Relating to recognition and decorum; amending rule 82, discharging a bill; amending House Rule 83, relating to committee meetings","description":"Relating to recognition and decorum; amending rule 82, discharging a bill; amending House Rule 83, relating to committee meetings","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR1/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2079594,"bill_number":"HB4272","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to exempted dairy farms and milk and milk products processing.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to exempted dairy farms and milk and milk products processing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4272/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4272&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079595,"bill_number":"HB4208","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to control of air pollution from combustion of solid waste.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to control of air pollution from combustion of solid waste.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4208/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4208&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079596,"bill_number":"HB4136","title":"To require the Department of Education to alter who can certify homeschool portfolios or review them","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that certified teachers who review portfolios of samples of a home instructed child's work receive training in specific areas such as English, math, and science.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Educational Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Educational Choice","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4136/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4136&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079599,"bill_number":"SB93","title":"Limiting medical monitoring damages","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish limits applicable to the award of damages for medical monitoring.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB93/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=93&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079600,"bill_number":"SB10","title":"Prohibiting schools from starting earlier than 7:45 am","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit schools from starting an instructional day any earlier than 7:45 a.m.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB10/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=10&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079604,"bill_number":"HB4304","title":"Relating to authorizing the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing procedures for osteopathic physicians.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing procedures for osteopathic physicians.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4304/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4304&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079609,"bill_number":"SB63","title":"Creating Sustaining Opportunities for Academics in Rural Schools Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Sustaining Opportunities for Academics in Rural (\"SOAR\") Schools Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB63/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=63&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2079612,"bill_number":"HB4107","title":"Relating to requiring disclosure of the lawful activity that is the basis of a permit application with the Department of Environmental Protection","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require disclosure of the lawful activity that is the basis of a permit application with the Department of Environmental Protection; and providing exceptions thereto.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4107/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4107&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2079614,"bill_number":"HB4008","title":"Relating to Business Ready Sites Program","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the West Virginia Business Ready Sites Program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4008/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4008&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Maynor"},
{"bill_id":2079616,"bill_number":"SB233","title":"Clarifying qualifications to be licensed to administer polygraphs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that to qualify for a Class I license an applicant does not have to hold a baccalaureate degree, and to qualify for a Class II license an applicant does not have to hold an associate degree.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB233/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=233&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2079619,"bill_number":"SB24","title":"Creating WV Intrastate Energy Use Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Intrastate Energy Use Act, designating which environmental regulation of coal, oil, and natural gas extracted and used within West Virginia is exclusively regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection; legislative authority; and provides definitions related to these energy sources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB24/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=24&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079621,"bill_number":"HB4217","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency medical services.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency medical services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4217/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4217&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079624,"bill_number":"HB4005","title":"Skills to work","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the categories of employment which are prohibited or authorized for persons in West Virginia who are under the age of 18 and to clarify youth apprenticeships prohibited or authorized in such categories of employment and to be known as \"The Workforce Development Act of 2026\".","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4005/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4005&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Browning"},
{"bill_id":2079625,"bill_number":"SB47","title":"Prohibiting drag shows from being performed in front of minors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit drag shows from being performed in front of minors and to prohibit drags shows in schools and libraries.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB47/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=47&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2079628,"bill_number":"SJR2","title":"Protection of the Right to Bear Arms Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the State Constitution to prohibit the state, counties, municipalities, or other political subdivisions of the state from restricting the right to keep and bear arms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR2/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=2&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2079631,"bill_number":"HB4089","title":"Preservation of hair during chemotherapy. Also known as the “Jessica Huffman Bill”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require health insurers to provide coverage for scalp cooling systems for the preservation of hair during cancer chemotherapy treatment.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4089/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4089&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2079632,"bill_number":"SB216","title":"Restoring Private Schools Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Restoring Private Schools Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB216/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=216&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2079635,"bill_number":"HB4268","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the licensing of livestock dealers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the licensing of livestock dealers.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4268/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4268&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079638,"bill_number":"HB4119","title":"Establishing the West Virginia TEACH Scholarship Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia TEACH Scholarship Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Higher Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4119/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4119&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2079639,"bill_number":"HB4192","title":"Establishing the Tri-Share Child Care Assistance Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide support to West Virginia families by incentivizing employers to contribute to the child-care costs of its employees. In enacting this legislation, it is the intention of the Legislature to enable the Department of Economic Development to facilitate this public and private partnership program and administer program funds to achieve this purpose.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4192/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4192&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2079641,"bill_number":"SB25","title":"Establishing WV Coal Marketing Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Coal Marketing Program. The bill provides for the purpose of the program. The bill creates funding for the program and empowers the Governor to report on the program to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance. The bill provides for rules. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB25/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=25&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2079643,"bill_number":"SB8","title":"Requiring DOH Commissioner to develop formula for allocating road funds among districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Commissioner of Highways to develop a formula for allocating road funds among districts, for the benefit of the counties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB8/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=8&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2079646,"bill_number":"SB212","title":"Creating Whistleblower Protection Fund Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Whistleblower Protection Fund Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB212/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=212&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2079647,"bill_number":"HB4038","title":"Relating generally to coal fired energy plants and wind power","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the number of permits to construct wind power plants, wind power farms, or \"windmills\" for power generally in West Virginia; to provide that for each new wind powered facility built in West Virginia, there is an offset in the amount of taxes paid by new and existing coal fired power plants; and to ensure that coal remains the primary source of power in West Virginia during emergency weather events.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4038/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4038&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2079650,"bill_number":"HB4046","title":"Relating to Rural Recycling Co-ops","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow cooperatives, operating continuously for at least 12 consecutive months before a certified waste motor carrier begins providing the same service in the same area, to continue to serve its members.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4046/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4046&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079652,"bill_number":"HB4207","title":"Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards of performance for new stationary sources.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards of performance for new stationary sources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4207/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4207&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2079653,"bill_number":"HB4087","title":"To create a West Virginia-Ireland Education Alliance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia-Ireland Education Alliance Partnership with the goal of the West Virginia-Ireland Education Alliance Partnership is to strengthen academic, cultural, and workforce connections between West Virginia and Ireland,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4087/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4087&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2079656,"bill_number":"HB4052","title":"To enhance the safety of first responders at emergency scenes (Halo Law)","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the HALO law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4052/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4052&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2079657,"bill_number":"HB4143","title":"Relating to Women’s Bill of Rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Women's Bill of Rights.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4143/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4143&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2079658,"bill_number":"HB4062","title":"To create the West Virginia Homeschool Student Athletics Participation Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an opportunity for homeschool students to engage in interscholastic athletics while maintaining the integrity of WVSSAC rankings and postseason competitions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4062/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4062&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2080467,"bill_number":"HB4027","title":"Budget Bill","description":"The Budget Bill making appropriations of public money out of the Treasury in accordance with section 51, article VI of the Constitution.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-14","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4027/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4027&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2080496,"bill_number":"SB250","title":"Budget Bill","description":"Budget Bill","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Approved by Governor with deletions 3/12/2026- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB250/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=250&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2080575,"bill_number":"SB416","title":"Legislation banning tax payer funded lobbying","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ban taxpayer funded lobbying.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB416/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=416&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080578,"bill_number":"HB4376","title":"Say No to Good Old Boy Governance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit elected officials to any state of local office, from appointing any family member to any West Virginia state or local office. Defining \"family member\" as wife, ex-wife, father, mother, son, daughter, grandchild, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, niece, or nephew; and designating this amendment as the \"Say No to Good Old Boy Governance\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4376/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4376&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2080581,"bill_number":"HB4375","title":"To require the Bureau for Social Services to file the Social Services Manual as a legislative rule","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Bureau for Social Services to file the Social Services Manual as a legislative rule. All subsequent revisions shall be filed as a legislative rule.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4375/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4375&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080585,"bill_number":"SB332","title":"Board of Examiners in Counseling rule relating to licensing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB332/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=332&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080587,"bill_number":"SB374","title":"Authorizing Department of Commerce to promulgate legislative rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Economic Development to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Tourism Development Districts.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/9/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB374/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=374&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080590,"bill_number":"SB281","title":"Authorizing Department of Homeland Security to promulgate legislative rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Governor's Committee on Crime, Delinquency, and Correction to promulgate a legislative rule relating to law enforcement training and certification standards.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB281/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=281&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080595,"bill_number":"SB372","title":"Senior Services rule relating to shared table initiative for senior citizens","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Senior Services to promulgate a legislative rule relating to shared table initiative for senior citizens.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB372/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=372&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080600,"bill_number":"SB330","title":"Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to barber apprenticeship","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to barber apprenticeship.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB330/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=330&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080603,"bill_number":"SB258","title":"DEP rule relating to standards of performance for new stationary sources","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards of performance for new stationary sources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB258/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=258&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080606,"bill_number":"HB4354","title":"Relating to necessity allowance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth requirements for foster child clothing allowances.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4354/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4354&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080609,"bill_number":"SB397","title":"Reducing corporate net income tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB397/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=397&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2080612,"bill_number":"SB347","title":"Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners rule relating to standards of ethics","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards of ethics.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB347/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=347&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080614,"bill_number":"SB265","title":"DEP rule relating to carbon dioxide sequestration fee schedule","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to carbon dioxide sequestration fee schedule.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB265/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=265&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080617,"bill_number":"HB4022","title":"CPS Allocation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the application of the allocation formula for child protective services workers by county, and to set forth what information should be included in the annual report.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/14/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4022/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4022&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2080626,"bill_number":"SB369","title":"Public Service Commission rule relating to occupancy of customer-provided conduit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Public Service Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the occupancy of customer-provided conduit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB369/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=369&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080629,"bill_number":"SB419","title":"Removing cap on number of investigators and examiners in Tax Department","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the cap on the number of investigators for the criminal investigation division of the state Tax Department, and to remove the cap on the number of examiners by the special audits division in the state Tax Department.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB419/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=419&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2080631,"bill_number":"SB270","title":"Department of Health rule relating to clinical laboratory practitioner licensure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to clinical laboratory practitioner licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB270/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=270&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080635,"bill_number":"SB303","title":"Tax Department rule relating to High-Wage Growth Business Tax Credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to High-Wage Growth Business Tax Credit.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB303/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=303&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080639,"bill_number":"SB268","title":"Department of Health rule relating to emergency medical services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency medical services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB268/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=268&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080643,"bill_number":"SB429","title":"Child Care Workforce Scholarship Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create The Child Care Workforce Scholarship Act (categorical eligibility) for child care workers for the West Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program. The bill provides benefits for the children of eligible workers regardless of household income. The bill appropriates funds to support the expansion. Finally, the bill directs the Department of Human Services to promulgate emergency rules.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB429/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=429&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2080648,"bill_number":"SB409","title":"High School Educator Flexibility Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide rural communities educational courses that parents and employers value most.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB409/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=409&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080652,"bill_number":"SB420","title":"West Virginia First Energy Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore electric-rate stability through the continued utilization of in-state coal generation; preserve employment and investment in West Virginia's coal and natural-gas industries; and coordinate with the Electric Grid Stabilization and Security Fund to sustain dependable baseload and mid-load generation capacity statewide.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB420/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=420&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2080656,"bill_number":"SB266","title":"Department of Health rule relating to water well regulations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to water well regulations.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB266/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=266&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080660,"bill_number":"SB331","title":"Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to waxing specialists","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to waxing specialists.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB331/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=331&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080663,"bill_number":"SB329","title":"Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to operational standards for schools of barbering, cosmetology, hair styling, nail technology, and aesthetics","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to operational standards for schools of barbering, cosmetology, hair styling, nail technology, and aesthetics.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB329/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=329&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080665,"bill_number":"SB362","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to immunizations administered by pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy technicians","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to immunizations administered by pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy technicians.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB362/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=362&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080668,"bill_number":"SB425","title":"Requiring minimum time be served for first degree murder before parole eligibility","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a minimum time to be served upon a conviction of first degree murder with a sentence of life with mercy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB425/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=425&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2080673,"bill_number":"HB4342","title":"Relating to state contracts regarding homeless","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require entities that contract with the State of West Virginia to distribute funds for homeless shelters to have a board of directors with a member of that board representing each region of the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4342/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4342&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2080678,"bill_number":"SB338","title":"Division of Financial Institutions rule relating to notice and treatment of joint accounts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the notice and treatment of joint accounts.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB338/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=338&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080681,"bill_number":"SB373","title":"Board of Social Work rule relating to fee schedule","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Social Work to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fee schedule.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB373/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=373&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080686,"bill_number":"SB375","title":"Division of Forestry rule relating to rules for certification of managed timberland","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Forestry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to rules for the certification of managed timberland.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB375/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=375&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080690,"bill_number":"SB291","title":"Insurance Commission rule relating to advertisement of accident and sickness insurance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the advertisement of accident and sickness insurance.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB291/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=291&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080694,"bill_number":"HB4359","title":"Exempt an existing hospital under certificate of need to move their facility up to 10 miles to a new location","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize a licensed health care facility to move locations, up to 10 miles from the original location, without obtaining a new license.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4359/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4359&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080697,"bill_number":"SB301","title":"Tax Department rule relating to tax credit for providing vehicles to low-income workers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to tax credit for providing vehicles to low-income workers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB301/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=301&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080702,"bill_number":"SB289","title":"Insurance Commission rule relating to premium financing for life insurance for college students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to premium financing for life insurance for college students.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB289/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=289&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080705,"bill_number":"SB378","title":"Division of Natural Resources rule relating to small arms hunting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to small arms hunting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB378/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=378&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080709,"bill_number":"SB310","title":"DMV rule relating to compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 309","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB310/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=310&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080713,"bill_number":"SB390","title":"Altering conditions for flood resiliency disbursements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Resiliency Officer to disburse funds from the West Virginia Flood Resiliency Trust Fund, upon the approval of the State Resiliency Office Board.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB390/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=390&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2080716,"bill_number":"HB4392","title":"Banning certain dyes from pharmaceutical products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ban certain dyes from pharmaceutical products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4392/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4392&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080720,"bill_number":"SB322","title":"Attorney General rule relating to prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in home improvement transactions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in home improvement transactions.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB322/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=322&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080724,"bill_number":"SB401","title":"Exempting certain employees from classified civil service system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt new hires and promoted employees within the Departments of Health Facilities, Department of Human Services, and Department of Health from the classified civil service system and the state grievance process starting on July 1, 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB401/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=401&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2080729,"bill_number":"SB282","title":"Fire Commission rule relating to fire code","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Fire Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the fire code.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 281","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB282/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=282&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080733,"bill_number":"HB4344","title":"Unconscious patients in the ICU","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Michael Brandon Cochran Act; provide definitions; require certain medical testing of ICU patients; establish a monetary penalty; and create a grant program and fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Legal Services","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Legal Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4344/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4344&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2080737,"bill_number":"SB314","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to public markets","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to public markets.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB314/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=314&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080740,"bill_number":"SB319","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to exempted dairy farms and milk and milk products processing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to exempted dairy farms and milk and milk products processing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB319/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=319&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080745,"bill_number":"SB285","title":"WV State Police rule relating to contracted police or security services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to contracted police or security services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 281","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB285/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=285&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080748,"bill_number":"SB251","title":"Authorizing Department of Administration to promulgate legislative rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Administration to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the One-Stop Shop Permitting Program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/2/2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB251/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=251&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080752,"bill_number":"SB365","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to inspections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to inspections.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB365/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=365&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080756,"bill_number":"HB4395","title":"Relating to investigations of allegations of child safety violations for school personnel.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to continue investigations of allegations that school personnel have jeopardized the health, safety, or welfare of a student after the school personnel obtains another job or transfers to another school.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4395/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4395&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2080759,"bill_number":"HB4357","title":"Modifying the time to terminate a foster care arrangement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the time to terminate a foster care arrangement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4357/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4357&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080761,"bill_number":"SB327","title":"State Auditor rule relating to standards for requisitions for payment issued by state officers on Auditor","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Auditor to promulgate a legislative rule relating to standards for requisitions for payment issued by the state officers on the Auditor.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB327/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=327&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080768,"bill_number":"SB294","title":"Insurance Commission rule relating to credit for reinsurance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to credit for reinsurance.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB294/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=294&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080772,"bill_number":"SB407","title":"Allowing orphan roads to be upgraded by certain entities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow orphan roads to be upgraded and then the upgraded road is maintained by the Division of Highways.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB407/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=407&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080775,"bill_number":"SB386","title":"Creating mobile training team for school safety","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a mobile training team for the purpose of school safety. The bill provides for regional mobile training officers. The bill empowers the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security to create the program. The bill provides for coordination between school protection officers and the mobile training team. The bill permits elementary and secondary school teachers and administrators to carry concealed weapons. The bill classifies such persons who carry concealed weapons as school protection officers. The bill provides that any teacher or administrator may become a school protection officer. The bill provides for requirements and exceptions. The bill provides for an incentive in the form of a bonus to be given to school protection officers. Finally, the bill provides that this incentive may be revoked if school protection officers lose their classification.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB386/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=386&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2080778,"bill_number":"SB418","title":"Creating Safer Communities Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Safer Communities Act. The bill states legislative findings and declarations; provides definitions; authorizes counties to levy a public safety sales or amusement tax; requires notification to certain offices; provides for severability; and provides exclusions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB418/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=418&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2080782,"bill_number":"HB4388","title":"Creating a special revenue account to expand in-state residential treatment capacity for children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a special revenue account, the Residential Treatment Capacity Expansion Fund, to support the recruitment, development, and expansion of in-state residential treatment providers for children. The fund may be used for provider incentives, facility development, transition services for children currently placed out of state, and other activities that increase West Virginia's residential treatment capacity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4388/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4388&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080786,"bill_number":"SB395","title":"Relieving railroad companies of liability during parades under certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to relieve a railroad company of any liability from injury to any person using a crossing during a parade by a school or any municipality, county, or other public entity; the railroad company is notified of the time of the parade, and a train is stopped during the time of the parade.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB395/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=395&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2080790,"bill_number":"SB381","title":"Division of Natural Resources rule relating to defining terms used in hunting and trapping","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to defining terms used in hunting and trapping.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB381/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=381&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080793,"bill_number":"SB377","title":"Office of Miners' Health, Safety, and Training rule relating to submission and approval of comprehensive Mine Safety Program for coal mining operations in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Miners' Health, Safety, and Training to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the submission and approval of a comprehensive Mine Safety Program for coal mining operations in the state of West Virginia.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB377/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=377&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080797,"bill_number":"SB271","title":"Department of Health rule relating to distribution of state funds for support of local boards of health","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to distribution of state funds for support of local boards of health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB271/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=271&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080804,"bill_number":"SB255","title":"Board of Risk and Insurance Management rule relating to Preferred Medical Liability and High Risk Medical Liability Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Preferred Medical Liability and High Risk Medical Liability Program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 251","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB255/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=255&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080807,"bill_number":"SB286","title":"WV State Police rule relating to WV State Police member grievance procedure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to West Virginia State Police Member Grievance Procedure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 281","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB286/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=286&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080811,"bill_number":"HB4011","title":"Relating to advanced recycling.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the implementation of the certification of mass balance attribution by third party certified to promote waste reduction practices by facilitating the use of recycled material in the feedstock for new products.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4011/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4011&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Zatezalo"},
{"bill_id":2080813,"bill_number":"HB4361","title":"County solid waste assessment fees authorized","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the county solid waste assessment fees by 50 cents per ton.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4361/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4361&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2080819,"bill_number":"SB423","title":"Creating Public Electrical Savings Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Public Electrical Savings Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB423/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=423&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2080824,"bill_number":"SB276","title":"Office of Inspector General rule relating to delegation of medication administration and health maintenance tasks to approved medication assistive personnel","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to delegation of medication administration and health maintenance tasks to approved medication assistive personnel.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB276/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=276&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080827,"bill_number":"SB326","title":"Board of Architects rule relating to fees for registration of architects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees for registration of architects.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB326/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=326&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080831,"bill_number":"SB252","title":"Office of Technology rule relating to cyber reporting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Technology to promulgate a legislative rule relating to cyber reporting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 251","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB252/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=252&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080835,"bill_number":"SB260","title":"DEP rule relating to control of air pollution from hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to control of air pollution from hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB260/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=260&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080839,"bill_number":"SB345","title":"Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners rule relating to Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Medical Imaging Technologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB345/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=345&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080843,"bill_number":"HB4379","title":"To enable the Public Service Commission to authorize accelerated rate recovery for advanced transmission technology projects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enable the PSC to authorize accelerated rate recovery for advanced transmission technology projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4379/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4379&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2080845,"bill_number":"HB4020","title":"Removing Full Time Requirement for Health Officers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the qualifications for State Health Officer, Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health, and the Commissioner of the Bureau of Senior Services to attract and retain high quality talent in these positions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4020/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4020&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2080849,"bill_number":"HB4383","title":"West Virginia Clean Air in Schools Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Clean Air in Schools Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4383/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4383&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080853,"bill_number":"HB4362","title":"Relating generally to the Municipal Bond Commission governance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change how the Municipal Bond Commission is governed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4362/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4362&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2080858,"bill_number":"SB385","title":"Division of Rehabilitation Services rule relating to Ron Yost Personal Assistance Services Act Board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Rehabilitation Services to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Ron Yost Personal Assistance Services Act Board.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB385/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=385&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080862,"bill_number":"HB4387","title":"Relating to information submitted by medical examiner to aid in identification of human remains","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the language stating the manner in which information is provided by the Medical Examiner to identify human remains.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4387/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4387&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080866,"bill_number":"SB302","title":"Tax Department rule relating to Downstream Natural Gas Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Downstream Natural Gas Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB302/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=302&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080869,"bill_number":"SB412","title":"Relating to required instruction in human growth and development","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require education concerning human growth and development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB412/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=412&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080873,"bill_number":"SB344","title":"Board of Medicine rule relating to continuing education for physicians and podiatric physicians","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education for physicians and podiatric physicians.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB344/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=344&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080877,"bill_number":"SB320","title":"Attorney General rule relating to establishment and qualification of third-party dispute mechanisms","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the establishment and qualification of third-party dispute mechanisms.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB320/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=320&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080880,"bill_number":"SB284","title":"WV State Police rule relating to WV State Police Career Progression System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to West Virginia State Police Career Progression System.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 281","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB284/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=284&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080884,"bill_number":"SB324","title":"Attorney General rule relating to administration of preneed burial contracts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to administration of preneed burial contracts.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB324/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=324&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080887,"bill_number":"SB350","title":"Board of Optometry rule relating to Board of Optometry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the Board of Optometry.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB350/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=350&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080892,"bill_number":"SB277","title":"Office of Inspector General rule relating to assisted living residences","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to assisted living residences.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB277/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=277&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080895,"bill_number":"SB383","title":"Division of Natural Resources rule relating to deer hunting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to deer hunting.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB383/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=383&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080904,"bill_number":"SB404","title":"Relating to Department of Human Services authority to contract with certain providers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the Secretary of the Department of Human Services with the authority to enter into contracts and partnerships with child welfare providers, including faith-based organizations, to carry out the statutory responsibilities imposed upon the Department of Human Services under Chapter 49.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB404/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=404&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2080907,"bill_number":"SB342","title":"Board of Landscape Architects rule relating to application for waiver of initial licensing fees for certain individuals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Landscape Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the application for waiver of initial licensing fees for certain individuals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB342/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=342&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080912,"bill_number":"HB4347","title":"To remove income tax from overtime work","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt income received by a full-time hourly waged paid employee as compensation for work performed in excess of 40 hours in a week and all tips and gratuities earned by any employee from West Virginia income taxation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4347/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4347&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2080915,"bill_number":"SB280","title":"Department of Health Facilities rule relating to patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health Facilities to promulgate a legislative rule relating to patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB280/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=280&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080918,"bill_number":"HB4015","title":"Tourism Development Act Credit.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the definition of tourism attraction to include lodging facility for purposes of the Tourism Development Act credit","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4015/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4015&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2080924,"bill_number":"HJR17","title":"Removing real property taxes","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the Constitution to permit the Legislature to adopt general laws exempting from taxation any amount of the value of all or certain real property, or of personal property in the form of a mobile home, used exclusively for residential purposes and occupied by the owner or one of the owners thereof as his or her residence who is a citizen of this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR17/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=17&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080927,"bill_number":"HB4380","title":"B&O Tax Reform","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect small businesses from excessive paperwork and compliance burdens, encourage economic development in both incorporated and unincorporated areas, align tax responsibility with actual presence and infrastructure usage, and modernize West Virginia's tax policy in a way that supports fairness, growth, and simplicity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4380/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4380&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2080929,"bill_number":"HB4368","title":"Relating to military connected students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide military connected students access to education and relates to advance enrollment, rights of those students, and teacher and student support.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4368/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4368&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2080933,"bill_number":"SB376","title":"Division of Labor rule relating to child labor","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Labor to promulgate a legislative rule relating to child labor.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB376/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=376&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080937,"bill_number":"SB267","title":"Department of Health rule relating to lead abatement licensing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to lead abatement licensing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB267/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=267&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080941,"bill_number":"SB334","title":"Board of Examiners in Counseling rule relating to marriage and family therapist licensing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to marriage and family therapist licensing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB334/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=334&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080944,"bill_number":"SB361","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to pharmacist recovery networks","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacist recovery networks.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB361/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=361&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080948,"bill_number":"SB287","title":"Alcohol Beverage Control Administration rule relating to private clubs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration to promulgate a legislative rule relating to private clubs.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB287/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=287&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080954,"bill_number":"SB398","title":"Removing full time requirement for health officers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the qualifications for State Health Officer, Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health, and the Commissioner of the Bureau of Senior Services to attract and retain high quality talent in these positions.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB398/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=398&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2080957,"bill_number":"SB370","title":"Real Estate Commission rule relating to licensing real estate brokers, associate brokers, and salespersons, and conduct of brokerage business","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Real Estate Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing real estate brokers, associate brokers, and salespersons, and the conduct of brokerage business.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB370/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=370&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080960,"bill_number":"HB4023","title":"Relating to Updating Corporate Net Income Tax definitions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend and update §11-24-3 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended to bring terms not defined in that act into conformity with the meaning of those terms for federal income tax purposes; and specifying effective dates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4023/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4023&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2080963,"bill_number":"HB4345","title":"Relating to the preservation of missing persons records and evidence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish specific protocol for preserving records and evidence in missing persons cases that are unresolved after one year.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4345/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4345&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2080967,"bill_number":"HB4377","title":"Relating to eligibility for workers' compensation benefits by requiring blood test after traumatic injury to determine intoxication","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require blood tests of persons being treated for a traumatic personal injury in the course of and resulting from the person's employment to determine whether or not the person is intoxicated.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4377/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4377&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2080974,"bill_number":"SB343","title":"Board of Medicine rule relating to licensure, practice requirements, disciplinary and complaint procedures, and continuing education for physician assistants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure, practice requirements, disciplinary and complaint procedures, continuing education, physician assistants.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB343/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=343&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080977,"bill_number":"SB311","title":"DMV rule relating to special purpose vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special purpose vehicles.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 309","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB311/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=311&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080981,"bill_number":"SB298","title":"Racing Commission rule relating to advance deposit account wagering","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Racing Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Advance Deposit Account Wagering.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB298/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=298&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080985,"bill_number":"SB396","title":"Creating WV Job training and Placement Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create West Virginia Job Training and Placement Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB396/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=396&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2080990,"bill_number":"SB392","title":"Relating to personal income tax reduction","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the personal income tax.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-31","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/31/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB392/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=392&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2080993,"bill_number":"SB413","title":"Creating Transactional Gold and Silver Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Transactional Gold and Silver Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB413/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=413&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2080995,"bill_number":"SB358","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to licensure and practice of pharmacy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure and practice of pharmacy.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB358/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=358&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081000,"bill_number":"HB4018","title":"Enhancing Flood Resiliency Disbursements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Resiliency Officer to disburse funds from the West Virginia Flood Resiliency Trust Fund, upon the approval of the State Resiliency Office Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4018/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4018&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081003,"bill_number":"SB379","title":"Division of Natural Resources rule relating to wildlife rehabilitation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to wildlife rehabilitation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB379/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=379&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081007,"bill_number":"HB4365","title":"Relating to accessories to a crime","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change certain offenses and penalties therefor for certain persons who are accessories to a crime. The bill provides that a domestic partner to a felony offender may not be considered an accessory after the fact; removes prohibition that a servant of a felony offender may not be considered an accessory after the fact; providing that an accessory to a felony who is the brother or sister, parent or grandparent, or child or grandchild of the principal offender is guilty of a misdemeanor; providing that an accessory to a misdemeanor is a misdemeanor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4365/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4365&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081010,"bill_number":"SB297","title":"Racing Commission rule relating to thoroughbred racing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Racing Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to thoroughbred racing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB297/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=297&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081014,"bill_number":"SB290","title":"Insurance Commission rule relating to mass marketing of property and liability insurance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mass marketing of property and liability insurance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB290/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=290&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081018,"bill_number":"SB306","title":"Tax Department rule relating to soft drinks tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Soft Drinks Tax.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB306/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=306&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081021,"bill_number":"HB4351","title":"Creating a Public Awareness Campaign on the threat of mold in indoor environments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the public awareness campaign on mold threat in indoor environments with definitions, rules, and mold remediation standard of care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4351/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4351&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081025,"bill_number":"SB394","title":"Authorizing WVSSAC to promulgate legislative rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission to promulgate legislative rules.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB394/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=394&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2081030,"bill_number":"SB309","title":"Authorizing DOT to promulgate legislative rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to promulgate a legislative rule relating to motor vehicle equipment.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB309/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=309&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081034,"bill_number":"HB4385","title":"Cap a utility provider’s rates increases at no more than 5% per year","description":"The purpose of this bill is to cap any proposed rate increases by public utilities at the amount of 5% per year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4385/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4385&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081040,"bill_number":"HB4386","title":"Remove age limitations for fire service","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove age limitations for persons employed for fire fighting services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4386/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4386&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081044,"bill_number":"SB256","title":"Authorizing DEP to promulgate legislative rules","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to alternative emission limitations during startup and shutdown operations.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/2/2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB256/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=256&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081046,"bill_number":"SB253","title":"Board of Risk and Insurance Management rule relating to mine subsidence insurance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mine subsidence insurance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 251","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB253/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=253&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081049,"bill_number":"HB4391","title":"Relating to the imposition of a time limitation on disposition decisions in child abuse and neglect proceedings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to impose a deadline for disposition decisions in child abuse and neglect cases to 12 months from the ratification of the initial petition.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4391/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4391&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081054,"bill_number":"SB259","title":"DEP rule relating to control of air pollution from combustion of solid waste","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to control of air pollution from combustion of solid waste.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB259/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=259&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081057,"bill_number":"SB406","title":"Reorganizing School Building Authority as School Maintenance Authority","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the name of the School Building Authority to the School Maintenance Authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB406/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=406&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2081060,"bill_number":"HB4371","title":"Relating to legalizing cannabis production, sales and adult consumption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to legalize the personal use and possession of cannabis by adults; providing for a county option election to allow for the production and sales in that county; providing for regulation by the Bureau of Health; authorizing an excise and local sales tax on cannabis; prohibiting underage use; and preserving current laws relating to allowing employers and property owners to prohibit use or possession.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4371/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4371&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2081063,"bill_number":"SB410","title":"Changing location of vehicle registration sticker from license plate to inside back window of vehicle","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the placement of the registration renewal stickers from the license plate to the back glass of the vehicle so that they are harder to steal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB410/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=410&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081073,"bill_number":"HB4382","title":"Require collection agencies to provide a 30 day notice prior to wage garnishments.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require collection agencies to notify debtors of wage garnishments 30 days prior to that action by certified mail.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4382/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4382&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081076,"bill_number":"SB339","title":"Commissioner of Financial Institutions rule relating to Fintech Regulatory Sandbox Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Commissioner of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Fintech Regulatory Sandbox Program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB339/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=339&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081079,"bill_number":"SB261","title":"DEP rule relating to emission standards for hazardous air pollutants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emission standards for hazardous air pollutants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB261/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=261&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081082,"bill_number":"SB305","title":"Tax Department rule relating to online bingo and raffles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to on-line bingo and raffles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB305/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=305&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081087,"bill_number":"HB4340","title":"Relating to exemptions of property in bankruptcy proceedings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a surviving spouse to be able to claim the deceased spouse's homestead exemption so long as the home they owned together is owned by the surviving spouse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4340/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4340&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2081090,"bill_number":"HB4025","title":"Exempting certain employees from the classified civil service system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt new hires and promoted employees within the Departments of Health Facilities, Department of Human Services, and Department of Health from the classified civil service system and the state grievance process starting on July 1, 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4025/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4025&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081092,"bill_number":"HB4014","title":"Workforce Readiness and Opportunity Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is all related to the Workforce Readiness and Opportunity Initiatives Act including by establishing the West Virginia Micro-Credential Program, expanding the apprenticeship training tax credit, allowing for independent contractors to have portable benefits which hiring parties can contribute to without altering the nature of the relationship, providing for tax treatment of portable benefits, and eliminating barriers to professional licensures for military trained applicants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4014/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4014&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081096,"bill_number":"SB300","title":"Tax Department rule relating to valuation of public utility property for ad valorem property tax purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the valuation of public utility property for ad valorem property tax.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB300/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=300&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081102,"bill_number":"SB400","title":"Updating personal income tax definitions and provision of law relating to gaming and gambling losses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the meaning of federal adjusted gross income and certain other terms used in the West Virginia Personal Income Tax Act; and specify effective dates.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/2/2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB400/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=400&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081106,"bill_number":"SB337","title":"Division of Financial Institutions rule relating to installation, operation, and sharing of customer bank communication terminals and utilization of nonexclusive access interchange system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the installation, operation, and sharing of customer bank communication terminals and the utilization of nonexclusive access interchange system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB337/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=337&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081111,"bill_number":"SB403","title":"Relating to expanding definition of \"tourism attraction\"","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the definition of tourism attraction to include lodging facility for purposes of the Tourism Development Act credit","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB403/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=403&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081113,"bill_number":"SB349","title":"Board of Occupational Therapy rule relating to continuing education and competence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Occupational Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education and competence.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB349/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=349&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081115,"bill_number":"SB269","title":"Department of Health rule relating to fees for services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees for services.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB269/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=269&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081117,"bill_number":"SB427","title":"Relating to loan form","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the type of writing required to be maintained by a licensed residential mortgage lender, broker, or servicer regarding loan fees or points","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB427/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=427&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2081121,"bill_number":"HB4384","title":"Providing for temporary suspension of medical power of attorney in certain instances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to suspend any medical power of attorney in place for a vulnerable adult when an adult protective services investigation is ongoing and to fully invalidate the medical power of attorney if abuse is substantiated by a court","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4384/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4384&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081124,"bill_number":"HB4356","title":"Relating to permitting persons to refuse to participate in a irreversible transition surgery","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the requiring of the performance or assistance of an irreversible gender reassignment surgery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4356/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4356&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081129,"bill_number":"SB328","title":"Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to qualifications, training, examination, and certification of instructors in barbering, hair styling, nail technology, aesthetics, waxing, and cosmetology","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to qualifications, training, examination, and certification of instructors in barbering, hair styling, nail technology, aesthetics, waxing, and cosmetology.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB328/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=328&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081133,"bill_number":"HB4010","title":"Providing a statutory program for loaning financial assistance to local airports for airplane hangar construction in this state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a statutory framework for lending state funds to local airports for hangar construction to enhance economic development in the state.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Communicated to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4010/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4010&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2081138,"bill_number":"SB273","title":"Department of Health rule relating to diabetes self-management education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to diabetes self-management education.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB273/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=273&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081140,"bill_number":"SB279","title":"Office of Inspector General rule relating to behavioral health centers licensure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to behavioral health centers licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB279/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=279&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081143,"bill_number":"SB317","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to select plant-based derivatives and select plant-based derivative products of hemp and kratom","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to select plant-based derivatives and select plant-based derivative products of hemp and kratom.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB317/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=317&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081149,"bill_number":"SB288","title":"Insurance Commissioner rule relating to fingerprinting requirements for applicants for insurance producer license and insurance adjuster license","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fingerprinting requirements for applicants for insurance producer license and insurance adjuster license.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB288/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=288&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081152,"bill_number":"SB364","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to pharmacists","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacists.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB364/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=364&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081156,"bill_number":"SB428","title":"Creating three separate job titles for school bus operators","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create three separate job titles for school bus operators based on years of service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB428/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=428&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2081160,"bill_number":"SB325","title":"Board of Architects rule relating to registration of architects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration of architects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB325/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=325&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081163,"bill_number":"HB4363","title":"Establishing a program for camera assisted speed enforcement in active work zones on public highways","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a program for camera assisted speed enforcement in active work zones in this state to be implemented by the West Virginia Division of Highways in cooperation with certified law enforcement agencies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4363/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4363&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2081169,"bill_number":"HB4346","title":"Addressing the number of ambulance squads needed per affected population in every county","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require counties to provide ambulance services at a ratio of one ambulance service for every 18,000 residents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4346/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4346&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2081172,"bill_number":"HB4390","title":"Relating to the temporary payment to a kinship parent of a subsidy equal to that of a foster parent","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a kinship parent be paid a subsidy equal to that of a foster parent in specified circumstances and set forth the timeframe for such payment.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4390/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4390&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081175,"bill_number":"SB387","title":"Clarifying term \"farm\" for tax purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the commissioner of agriculture to certify a farm for tax purposes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB387/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=387&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2081178,"bill_number":"HB4339","title":"Changing the local school board election from the Primary to the General","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the date of the local school board elections from the date of the primary election to the date of the general election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4339/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4339&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2081183,"bill_number":"SB262","title":"DEP rule relating to cross-state air pollution to control annual nitrogen oxides emissions, annual sulfur dioxide emissions, and ozone season nitrogen oxides emissions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to cross-state air pollution to control annual nitrogen oxides emissions, annual sulfur dioxide emissions, and ozone season nitrogen oxides emissions.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB262/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=262&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081187,"bill_number":"HB4372","title":"Permit teachers in K-12 schools be authorized to carry concealed firearms as a designated school protection officer","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize teachers in elementary or secondary schools to carry concealed firearms and be designated as a school protection officer (SPO).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4372/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4372&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081191,"bill_number":"HB4341","title":"Relating to per diem jail costs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit county responsibility for certain jail costs to 30 days from the date of incarceration when an inmate, incarcerated for a felony conviction, is awaiting transportation to a state correctional facility for a 60-day evaluation period.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4341/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4341&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2081195,"bill_number":"SB263","title":"Division of Water and Waste Management rule relating to hazardous waste management system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Water and Waste Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to hazardous waste management system.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB263/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=263&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081199,"bill_number":"HB4338","title":"Relating to Eminent Domain","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change which properties may be taken by eminent domain and the causes for such takings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4338/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4338&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2081203,"bill_number":"HB4355","title":"To create a new hunting license stamp for upland game birds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"upland game bird\" stamp to be administered by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4355/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4355&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081205,"bill_number":"SB292","title":"Insurance Commissioner rule relating to insurance adjusters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to insurance adjusters.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB292/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=292&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081208,"bill_number":"HB4349","title":"Provide volunteer firemen free license plates and vehicle registration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit volunteer firefighters with five or more years of service to be eligible for free vehicle registrations and license plates on their personal vehicle.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4349/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4349&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081214,"bill_number":"SB399","title":"Creating Bring Them Home Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the renovation and repair of state-owned properties and buildings to expand high-acuity psychiatric, neurodevelopmental, and trauma services for children in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB399/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=399&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081217,"bill_number":"HB4378","title":"Increasing circumstances where the Department of Human Services is required to seek termination of parental rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand circumstances where the Department of Human Services is required to seek termination of parental rights.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4378/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4378&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081222,"bill_number":"HB4350","title":"Removing certain requirements from WV Jobs Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to specify alternative forms of documentation of employees to be filed with the Division of Labor when the contractors are working on construction of public improvements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4350/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4350&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081225,"bill_number":"SB299","title":"Tax Department rule relating to valuation of timberland and managed timberland","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to valuation of timberland and managed timberland.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB299/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=299&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081229,"bill_number":"SB275","title":"Office of Inspector General rule relating to nursing home licensure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to nursing home licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB275/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=275&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081237,"bill_number":"SB357","title":"Board of Osteopathic Medicine rule relating to emergency temporary permits to practice during states of emergency or states of preparedness","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency temporary permits to practice during States of Emergency or States of Preparedness.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB357/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=357&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081240,"bill_number":"SB318","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to agritourism","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to agritourism.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB318/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=318&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081245,"bill_number":"SB391","title":"Allocating CPS workers by county","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the application of the allocation formula for child protective services workers by county, and to set forth what information should be included in the annual report.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB391/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=391&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081248,"bill_number":"SB356","title":"Board of Osteopathic Medicine rule relating to osteopathic physician assistants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to osteopathic physician assistants.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB356/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=356&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081253,"bill_number":"SB402","title":"Workforce Readiness and Opportunity Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is all related to the Workforce Readiness and Opportunity Initiatives Act including by establishing the West Virginia Micro-Credential Program, expanding the apprenticeship training tax credit, allowing for independent contractors to have portable benefits which hiring parties can contribute to without altering the nature of the relationship, providing for tax treatment of portable benefits, and eliminating barriers to professional licensures for military trained applicants.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-06-25","last_action":"Chapter 293, Acts, Regular Session, 2026","last_action_date":"2026-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB402/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=402&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081255,"bill_number":"HB4016","title":"Historic Rehab Building Credit Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to sunset the historic rehabilitation credits in their current disperse locations in the code, provide continued eligibility to current recipients, and to replace those sections with a cohesive article that is easier to utilize and administer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4016/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4016&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081260,"bill_number":"SB335","title":"Contractor Licensing Board rule relating to WV Contractor Licensing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Contractor Licensing Board to promulgate a legislative rule relating to West Virginia Contractor Licensing Act.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB335/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=335&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081263,"bill_number":"SB355","title":"Board of Osteopathic Medicine rule relating to licensing procedures for osteopathic physicians","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensing procedures for osteopathic physicians.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB355/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=355&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081266,"bill_number":"SB405","title":"Relating to nonresident income tax for natural resources royalty payments received from lessees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for withholdings of estimated tax liabilities from natural resources royalty payments for nonresidents by lessees; provide exceptions to the tax withholding requirements under certain circumstances; provide that withheld amounts be paid by lessees to the Tax Commissioner on behalf of the nonresidents; providing for refunds to nonresidents for overpayment; require annual withholding statements, reconciliation, and filing requirements; require electronic filing under specified circumstances; provide criminal and civil penalties in certain circumstances for non-compliance; and provide for rule-making.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB405/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=405&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2081270,"bill_number":"SB313","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to grades and standards for apples","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to grades and standards for apples.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB313/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=313&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081274,"bill_number":"SB283","title":"State Emergency Response Commission rule relating to emergency planning and community right-to-know","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Emergency Response Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to emergency planning and community right-to-know.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 281","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB283/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=283&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081279,"bill_number":"SB371","title":"Secretary of State rule relating to loan and grant programs under Help America Vote Act for purchase of voting equipment, election systems, software, services, and upgrades","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Secretary of State to promulgate a legislative rule relating to loan and grant programs under the Help America Vote Act for the purchase of voting equipment, election systems, software, services, and upgrades.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB371/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=371&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081284,"bill_number":"SB272","title":"Department of Health rule relating to basic public health service standards for local boards of health","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to basic public health service standards for local boards of health.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB272/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=272&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081287,"bill_number":"HB4393","title":"Requiring the development and implementation of statewide prevention plan","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a prevention plan.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4393/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4393&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081289,"bill_number":"HB4017","title":"Faith Based Partnership","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the Secretary of the Department of Human Services with the authority to enter into contracts and partnerships with child welfare providers, including faith-based organizations, to carry out the statutory responsibilities imposed upon the Department of Human Services under Chapter 49.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4017/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4017&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081292,"bill_number":"SB340","title":"Board of Funeral Service Examiners rule relating to funeral directors, embalmers, apprentices, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to funeral directors, embalmers, apprentices, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB340/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=340&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081297,"bill_number":"SB278","title":"Office of Inspector General rule relating to syringe services program licensure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Office of Inspector General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to syringe services program licensure.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB278/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=278&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081302,"bill_number":"SB360","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to registration of pharmacy technicians","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration of pharmacy technicians.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB360/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=360&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081305,"bill_number":"HB4009","title":"Relating to the creation of the Portable Benefit Account Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Portable Benefit Account Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4009/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4009&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2081309,"bill_number":"HB4360","title":"Relating generally to allowing the Supreme Court of Appeals discretion to create uniform pay scales for all levels of judicial support staff.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Supreme Court of Appeals to create pay scales for judicial support staff. This change will encourage employee recruitment and retention efforts and provide more clarity and consistency in pay structure based on job duties and educational requirements.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4360/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4360&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2081313,"bill_number":"SB348","title":"Municipal Pensions Oversight Board rule relating to exempt purchasing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Municipal Pensions Oversight Board to promulgate a legislative rule relating to exempt purchasing.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB348/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=348&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081318,"bill_number":"SB333","title":"Board of Examiners in Counseling rule relating to licensed professional counselor license renewal and continuing professional education requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensed professional counselor license renewal and continuing professional education requirements.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB333/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=333&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081320,"bill_number":"SB424","title":"Establishing Affordable Electricity and Economic Growth Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Affordable Electricity and Economic Growth Act of 2026 to facilitate coke production and steelmaking in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB424/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=424&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2081324,"bill_number":"HB4389","title":"Relating to requiring the Public Service Commission to prepare and submit a report to the Governor and the Joint Committee on Government and Finance including the effects of a performance-based rate making system on West Virginia regulated utilities and rates charged to ratepayers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Public Service Commission to prepare and submit a report to the Governor and the Joint Committee on Government and Finance relating to the effects of a performance-based rate making system on West Virginia regulated utilities and rates charged to ratepayers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4389/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4389&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2081327,"bill_number":"HB4394","title":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to publicly release a schedule of all adoption subsidy payments to be made in the next year.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to publicly release a schedule of all adoption subsidy payments to be made in the next year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4394/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4394&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081334,"bill_number":"SB368","title":"Board of Psychologists rule relating to requirements for licensure as psychologist or school psychologist","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Psychologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to requirements for licensure as a psychologist or a school psychologist.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB368/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=368&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081339,"bill_number":"HB4343","title":"Individual Gaming Restrictions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend individual gaming restrictions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4343/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4343&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2081341,"bill_number":"SB321","title":"Attorney General rule relating to fair treatment of crime victims and witnesses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fair treatment of crime victims and witnesses.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB321/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=321&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081345,"bill_number":"SB323","title":"Attorney General rule relating to prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in sale of damaged goods or damaged products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the sale of damaged goods or damaged products.This section is new; therefore, strike-through and underscoring have been omitted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB323/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=323&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081349,"bill_number":"SB388","title":"Requiring public elementary or secondary school make Aitken Bible available to certain classrooms","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a public elementary or secondary school make the Aitken Bible available to all fourth grade, eighth grade, and 10th grade social studies classrooms; specifying funds that can and cannot be used for this purpose; and clarify that the requirement applies to charter schools.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB388/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=388&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2081353,"bill_number":"HB4352","title":"Prohibiting cameras and recording devices in bedrooms and bathrooms of foster children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit cameras in bedrooms and bathrooms of foster homes and provide for exemptions.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4352/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4352&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081356,"bill_number":"SB417","title":"Proxy Advisor Transparency Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Proxy Advisor Transparency Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB417/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=417&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081360,"bill_number":"HB4024","title":"Relating to Updating Personal Income Tax definitions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the meaning of federal adjusted gross income and certain other terms used in the West Virginia Personal Income Tax Act; and specify effective dates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4024/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4024&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081363,"bill_number":"SB408","title":"Prohibiting laws coercing person to use medical product","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that no law may require a person to receive or use a medical product and to ensure that there will be no penalties associated with refusing the medical product or refusing to disclose whether the product has been used or not.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB408/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=408&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081369,"bill_number":"SB308","title":"Tax Department rule relating to preneed cemetery companies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to preneed cemetery companies.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB308/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=308&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081371,"bill_number":"SB366","title":"Board of Physical Therapy rule relating to general provisions for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to general provisions for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB366/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=366&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081374,"bill_number":"HB4019","title":"Relating to Personal income Tax Reduction","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the personal income tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4019/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4019&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081378,"bill_number":"HB4348","title":"Relating to health insurance for living organ donors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the denial, cancellation, or other discrimination in policies of life insurance, sickness, disability, or long-term care insurance due to the status of the insured as a living organ donor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4348/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4348&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081382,"bill_number":"HB4367","title":"Allowing for surplus money collected above voter approved excess levy requests to remain with specific county and placed in general fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a county to retain and use any surplus amounts when that county approves a special excess levy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4367/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4367&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081385,"bill_number":"SB393","title":"Updating corporate net income tax definitions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend and update §11-24-3 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended to bring terms not defined in that act into conformity with the meaning of those terms for federal income tax purposes; and specifying effective dates.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/2/2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB393/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=393&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081390,"bill_number":"HB4369","title":"Sales Tax Exemption for Certain Hygiene and Infant Products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from sales tax certain infant products and hygiene products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4369/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4369&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081394,"bill_number":"HB4364","title":"Relating to concurrent juvenile jurisdiction on military installations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to address concurrent juvenile jurisdiction and to allow the transfer of exclusive federal legislative jurisdiction back to the state with respect to juveniles.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4364/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4364&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081398,"bill_number":"SB336","title":"Division of Financial Institutions rule relating to residential mortgage lenders, brokers, and loan originators","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Financial Institutions to promulgate a legislative rule relating to residential mortgage lenders, brokers, and loan originators.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB336/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=336&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081401,"bill_number":"SB312","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to registration forms and tags for registration, taxation, and control of dogs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration forms and tags for registration, taxation, and control of dogs.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB312/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=312&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081406,"bill_number":"SB353","title":"Board of Optometry rule relating to licensure by reciprocity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to licensure by reciprocity.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB353/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=353&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081411,"bill_number":"HB4021","title":"Bring them Home Fund.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the renovation and repair of state-owned properties and buildings to expand high-acuity psychiatric, neurodevelopmental, and trauma services for children in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4021/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4021&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2081414,"bill_number":"SB367","title":"Board of Physical Therapy rule relating to general provisions for athletic trainers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to general provisions for athletic trainers.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB367/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=367&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081418,"bill_number":"HB4396","title":"Prevent credit card surcharge from including sales tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove sales tax from being included in the electronic payment surcharge computation and creating a civil penalty.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4396/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4396&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081421,"bill_number":"SB422","title":"Creating mechanism for towing companies in WV to quickly access owner information","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide tow companies access to driver registration information on demand and at any hour.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB422/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=422&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2081425,"bill_number":"HB4358","title":"Establishing pilot program for Public Guardian Ad Litem Services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a three-year pilot program named the West Virginia Public Guardian ad Litem Services Pilot Program to provide legal representation for children under a framework similar to the West Virginia Public Defender Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4358/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4358&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081428,"bill_number":"HB4381","title":"Relating to disaffiliation from certain conferences","description":"The purpose of this bill is to regulate property distribution in cases of local charities disaffiliating from national or regional conferences, denominations, or chapters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4381/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4381&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081433,"bill_number":"SB296","title":"Lottery Commission rule relating to interactive wagering","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Lottery Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to interactive wagering.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB296/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=296&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081436,"bill_number":"SB414","title":"Keep Accreditation About Academics Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Keep Accreditation About Academics Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB414/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=414&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081441,"bill_number":"SB384","title":"Division of Natural Resources rule relating to special migratory game bird hunting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special migratory game bird hunting.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB384/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=384&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081444,"bill_number":"HB4373","title":"To implement a Property Tax Poverty Exemption - School Excess Levy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow an exemption from payment of a school excess levy to an owner of a residence whose annual household income is at or below the latest federal poverty guidelines","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4373/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4373&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081449,"bill_number":"SB316","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to Grade A pasteurized milk","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Grade A pasteurized milk.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB316/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=316&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081452,"bill_number":"HB4374","title":"Relating to Off Duty LEO and LEOSA Exemptions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the carrying a of a concealed handgun by off duty or retired law-enforcement officers; to authorize off duty or retired law-enforcement officers to conceal carry on and in the State Capitol Complex; and to define terms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4374/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4374&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081458,"bill_number":"HB4370","title":"Allowing the concealed carry of firearms on and in Capitol grounds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the West Virginia code to allow concealed carry on and in Capitol grounds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4370/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4370&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081462,"bill_number":"SB307","title":"Tax Department rule relating to income tax credits for property taxes paid","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to income tax credits for property taxes paid.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB307/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=307&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081465,"bill_number":"SB411","title":"West Virginia Land Use Association Registration Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to mandate registration of land use associations with the Secretary of State's office. The bill provides definitions, a statement of legislative purpose, and the required content of the registration form.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB411/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=411&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081467,"bill_number":"SB363","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to pharmacy permits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to pharmacy permits.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB363/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=363&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081470,"bill_number":"SB421","title":"Requiring Department of Human Services use mobile technology to assist in certain investigations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to provide child welfare workers with mobile technology that will permit them to conduct investigations and create a digital record. This will upload to the system automatically and reduce the need for a child protective services worker to input data manually into a system. This will enhance service delivery to children. This data will allow managers to have real time access to data to conduct quality improvement analysis.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB421/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=421&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2081474,"bill_number":"HB4366","title":"Relating to military interpersonal violence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that military protection orders may be considered as evidence of need for an emergency protective order or personal safety order and to require law enforcement to make certain notifications when arresting someone who has a military protective order entered against them in the Federal Bureau of Investigation's National Crime Information Center database.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4366/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4366&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081480,"bill_number":"HB4353","title":"Prohibit municipalities from collecting B&O taxes on projects that are funded by state or federal government programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit municipalities from collecting business and occupation taxes on projects that are funded by state or federal government programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Revenue","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4353/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4353&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2081483,"bill_number":"SB426","title":"Preventing damage to underground facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill generally relates to Underground Facilities Damage prevention.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Postponed indefinitely","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB426/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=426&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2081489,"bill_number":"SB295","title":"Insurance Commissioner rule relating to mental health parity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mental health parity.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB295/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=295&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081492,"bill_number":"SB341","title":"Board of Landscape Architects rule relating to fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Landscape Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to fees.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB341/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=341&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081496,"bill_number":"SB380","title":"Division of Natural Resources rule relating to special boating","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to special boating.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB380/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=380&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081500,"bill_number":"SB389","title":"Historic Rehab Building Credit Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to sunset the historic rehabilitation credits in their current disperse locations in the code, provide continued eligibility to current recipients, and to replace those sections with a cohesive article that is easier to utilize and administer.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"Communicated to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB389/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=389&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2081502,"bill_number":"HB4013","title":"Relating to the Mountaineer Flexible Tax Credit Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Mountaineer Flexible Tax Credit Act of 2026, encourage economic development through tax incentives, and promote the welfare of the people through investment in businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4013/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4013&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2081506,"bill_number":"SB274","title":"Department of Health rule relating to exemption of certificate of need","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the exemption of the Certificate of Need.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB274/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=274&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081514,"bill_number":"SB315","title":"Department of Agriculture rule relating to licensing of livestock dealers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the licensing of livestock dealers.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB315/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=315&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081517,"bill_number":"SB264","title":"DEP rule relating to requirements governing water quality standards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Water and Waste Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to requirements governing water quality standards.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB264/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=264&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081519,"bill_number":"SB346","title":"Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners rule relating to continuing education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB346/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=346&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081522,"bill_number":"SB359","title":"Board of Pharmacy rule relating to mail-order and nonresident pharmacies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Pharmacy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to mail-order and non-resident pharmacies.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB359/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=359&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081525,"bill_number":"SB293","title":"Insurance Commission rule relating to insurance holding company systems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Insurance Commission to promulgate a legislative rule relating to insurance holding company systems.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB293/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=293&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081528,"bill_number":"SB415","title":"Requiring vaccine side effects be reported by medical professional to Bureau for Public Health","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medical professionals to report to the Bureau for Public Health all injuries and side effects from vaccines, require the Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health to produce an annual report for the Legislature and the public, and to require medical professionals to receive periodic training relating to side effects from vaccines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB415/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=415&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081531,"bill_number":"SB351","title":"Board of Optometry rule relating to oral pharmaceutical certificates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to oral pharmaceutical certificates.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB351/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=351&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081539,"bill_number":"HB4337","title":"Prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts and prohibit school employees from political activity during their work hours or on behalf of the school administration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts. The bill also prohibits school employees from political activity during work hours or engaging in such activity on behalf of the school administration.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4337/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4337&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2081542,"bill_number":"SB304","title":"Tax Department rule relating to commercial patent incentives tax credits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to commercial patent incentives tax credits.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB304/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=304&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081545,"bill_number":"SB354","title":"Board of Optometry rule relating to continuing education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB354/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=354&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081547,"bill_number":"SB257","title":"DEP rule relating to ambient air quality standards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to ambient air quality standards.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB257/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=257&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081551,"bill_number":"SB254","title":"Board of Risk and Insurance Management rule relating to public entities insurance program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the public entities insurance program.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 251","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB254/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=254&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081554,"bill_number":"SB382","title":"Division of Natural Resources rule relating to prohibitions when hunting and trapping","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Natural Resources to promulgate a legislative rule relating to prohibitions when hunting and trapping.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 374","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB382/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=382&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081557,"bill_number":"SB352","title":"Board of Optometry rule relating to schedule of fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to schedule of fees.This section i[s new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-15","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB352/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=352&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2081559,"bill_number":"HB4012","title":"Relating to reducing the regulatory burden on utility companies when constructing and maintaining electric power generation and transmission facilities within this state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the regulatory burden on utility companies when constructing and maintaining electric power generation and transmission facilities within this state.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4012/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4012&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2083691,"bill_number":"SB447","title":"Relating to Industrial Access Road Grant Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the terms of the Industrial Road Access Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB447/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=447&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2083693,"bill_number":"HB4468","title":"Relating to confidentiality of court files and law-enforcement records","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal certain provisions of code relating to confidentiality of court files and law-enforcement records.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4468/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4468&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2083696,"bill_number":"HB4443","title":"Allow municipality to order suspension of driver’s license when defendant fails to pay traffic fine","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a person owing a judgment to a municipal court to pay, or enter into a payment plan, within 90 days of judgment. The bill further provides that a municipal court may request the DMV to suspend the driver's license of any person who fails to pay costs, fines, fees, and penalties owed within a specified timeframe.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4443/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4443&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2083697,"bill_number":"SCR1","title":"Requesting DOH name certain transportation infrastructure","description":"Requesting DOH name certain transportation infrastructure","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"House Message received","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR1/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2083700,"bill_number":"HB4452","title":"To remove Mortmain restrictions on religious organizations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove \"Mortmain\" restrictions on religious organizations.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4452/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4452&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083703,"bill_number":"HB4444","title":"Convention of states delegates have penalties for deviating from what they were sent to convention for","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish penalties for any delegate at a convention of states convention who deviates from his or her authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4444/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4444&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083704,"bill_number":"HB4408","title":"To adjust the percent retained by the clerk of the county commission for funding election administration, infrastructure, and security, and other county clerk purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to adjust the percentage of tax retained by the clerk of the county commission for certain purposes; and authorize the clerk to move funds between accounts with approval of the county commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4408/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4408&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083708,"bill_number":"HB4465","title":"Regarding Substitute Teacher Pay","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the pay of substitute teachers to be the same as a full time teacher.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4465/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4465&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dave Foggin"},
{"bill_id":2083709,"bill_number":"HB4479","title":"Timber Innovation and Manufacturing Boost for Economic Revitalization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide tax credits to encourage in-state production of value-added forest products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4479/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4479&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2083711,"bill_number":"HB4483","title":"Relating to funeral service licensure and administration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modernize funeral service licensure and administration; clarify definitions and credentials; update apprenticeship and continuing-education standards; and provide for rulemaking and transitional provisions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4483/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4483&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Amos"},
{"bill_id":2083719,"bill_number":"SB461","title":"Requiring any PSC rate increase to have legislative approval","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the jurisdiction of the Public Service Commission to holding hearings on rate adjustment requests by all utilities, to make recommendations to the Legislature, and to permit all utility rate adjustments to be vetoed by the Legislature, if it so chooses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB461/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=461&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083720,"bill_number":"HB4445","title":"Relating to sales and service tax exemption for small arms and small arms accessories","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the cost of exercising the 2nd Amendment constitutional right.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4445/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4445&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083722,"bill_number":"SB454","title":"Stop Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Deep Fake Media Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Stop Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Deep Fake Media Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB454/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=454&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083724,"bill_number":"HB4481","title":"WV Load Forecast Accountability Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance transparency and accuracy in electric load forecasting by providing the Public Service Commission with specific oversight responsibilities regarding submissions to PJM.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4481/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4481&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2083725,"bill_number":"SB459","title":"Ensuring meaningful contact between child and step-siblings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add meaningful contact with step-siblings to be considered a factor in determining the child's best interests.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB459/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=459&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083727,"bill_number":"HB4421","title":"Providing guidelines for the West Virginia Parkways Authority to cease tolls on the West Virginia Turnpike upon completion of all bond payments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to cease tolls on the West Virginia Turnpike upon completion of all bond payments.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4421/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4421&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083732,"bill_number":"HB4422","title":"To permit students in eighth and ninth grade to attend summer school in order to raise their grades and establish academic eligibility to participate in extracurricular activities in the fall","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit students in eighth and ninth grades to attend summer school in order to raise their grades and establish academic eligibility to play sports in the fall.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4422/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4422&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083733,"bill_number":"HB4456","title":"Relating to clarification of a law enforcement agency and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and personnel of states bordering this state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to grant additional local and state law enforcement privileges to commissioned law enforcement officers of the National Park Service.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4456/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4456&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083735,"bill_number":"HB4435","title":"Increasing the percentage of precincts to be audited during the election canvass","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the number of precincts to be audited by manual hand count to ensure accuracy of the electronically tabulated results and to lengthen the timeframe that candidates have to demand a recount to ensure sufficient time for the manual audit to be conducted and candidate opportunity to ascertain advisability of demanding a recount following the audit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4435/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4435&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2083737,"bill_number":"SB453","title":"Providing tax deduction for medical payments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to deduct payment of medical expenses from state tax payment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB453/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=453&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083738,"bill_number":"HB4412","title":"Require certain websites to utilize age verification methods to prevent minors from accessing content","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create liability for publishers and distributors of sexual material harmful to minors, to provide definitions, to create a cause of action, and to provide for the administration, applicability, exceptions, and penalties for violation of the article.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4412/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4412&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2083747,"bill_number":"HB4403","title":"West Virginia Homeless Shelter Oversight & Safety Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to place homeless shelters under the same enforcement, inspection, and safety requirements as other regulated residential facilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4403/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4403&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083748,"bill_number":"HB4432","title":"Establishing certain tenant protections and landlord notice requirements at rental properties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish certain tenant protections and landlord notice requirements at rental properties for house trailers, mobile homes, manufactured homes, and modular homes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4432/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4432&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083751,"bill_number":"HB4454","title":"To double the homestead tax exemption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the Homestead Property Tax Exemption from $20,000 to $40,000.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4454/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4454&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2083754,"bill_number":"HB4460","title":"Relating to balancing urban and rural sewage treatment needs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the requirements for mandatory connections to public sewer systems in both municipalities and public service districts by providing exceptions for properties with functional septic systems in rural or less densely populated areas, while allowing mandatory connections in urban or densely populated areas where septic systems are impractical. It provides an exemption if the connection distance exceeds 200 feet, incorporates objective inspection standards from the National Association of Wastewater Technicians (NAWT), extends the notice period for non-connection penalties to 90 days, removes the ability to bill for sewer services not provided, and provides for financial assistance to homeowners on fixed or limited incomes who are required to connect, citing changes to §8-18-22 and §16-13A-9 to add provisos for exceptions and assistance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4460/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4460&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083755,"bill_number":"SB462","title":"Using E-Verify to verify legal employment status of workers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to verify the legal employment status of workers and record-keeping requirements and employer compliance. The bill defines \"employment verification\" as the electronic verification system or \"E-Verify.\" The bill prohibits local governments from enacting ordinances that contravene or limit the commissioner; and provides civil protections for employers using E-Verify.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB462/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=462&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2083757,"bill_number":"HB4469","title":"Establish residency requirements for county surveyor be a resident of the state and provide exemption for holding more than one office.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county surveyors to be state residents and create an exemption to run for more than one county..","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4469/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4469&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2083760,"bill_number":"SB449","title":"Relating to teaching and instructing world languages in public schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow all public schools to instruct students on world languages. The legislature finds learning a world language can improve student math and reading outcomes, improve academic focus, and provide additional career opportunities after graduation. The legislature further finds that an educator obtaining professional learning hours related to teaching world languages may use those hours to satisfy continuing education requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB449/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=449&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083761,"bill_number":"HB4448","title":"Removing bona fide schools, public libraries, and museums from the list of exemptions from criminal liability relating to distribution and display to minor of obscene matter","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove schools, museums, and public libraries from the exemption which protects these types of entities from prosecution for distribution and display to minor of an obscene matter.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4448/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4448&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083763,"bill_number":"HB4447","title":"Prohibiting the delivery of unsolicited absentee ballot applications to any person who has not specifically requested one from the county clerk","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the delivery of unsolicited absentee ballot applications to any person who has not specifically requested one from the county clerk.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4447/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4447&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083764,"bill_number":"HB4446","title":"Firefighter Pilot Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Fire Fighter Education pilot program which will be located in four counties that will provide Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II education to eligible students, including high school students.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4446/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4446&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083766,"bill_number":"HB4482","title":"Updating the state tax rates relating to e-cigarettes, e-cigarette liquids, vapor products, vaping systems, and components or accessories for such devices, increasing penalties for violations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the state tax rates on e-cigarettes, e-cigarette liquids, and components or accessories for such devices and increasing penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4482/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4482&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David McCormick"},
{"bill_id":2083767,"bill_number":"HB4420","title":"Relating generally to West Virginia Parkways Authority.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the composition of the West Virginia Parkways Authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4420/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4420&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083775,"bill_number":"HB4419","title":"Requiring certain non-discretionary procedures be strictly complied with by the West Virginia Parkways Authority before tolls, rents, fees or charges may be increased","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require certain non-discretionary procedures be strictly complied with by the West Virginia Parkways Authority before tolls, rents, fees or charges may be increased.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Referred to Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4419/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4419&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083776,"bill_number":"HB4428","title":"Requiring 50 percent of all reappropriated revenue accounts to be surrendered to general revenue","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Treasurer to transfer 50 percent of the unencumbered balance of each reappropriated revenue account in the State Treasury to the General Fund, under certain circumstances","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Revenue","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4428/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4428&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083778,"bill_number":"HB4464","title":"Relating generally to Underground Facilities Damage prevention","description":"The purpose of this bill generally relates to Underground Facilities Damage prevention.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4464/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4464&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2083781,"bill_number":"HB4397","title":"Relating to privilege tax on holding a license to operate interactive wagering","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the percentage amount for the privilege of holding a license to operate interactive wagering.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4397/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4397&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2083784,"bill_number":"HB4436","title":"To require children interviewed by Child Protective Services have their interviews conducted at a child advocacy center","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require all interviews of children for abuse and neglect investigations take place at Child Advocacy Centers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4436/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4436&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Bell"},
{"bill_id":2083786,"bill_number":"HB4441","title":"To require anyone operating a vehicle that requires a CDL in WV to be able to read and speak the English language.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add the ability to read and speak English as a requirement to obtain a commercial driver's license in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4441/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4441&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2083789,"bill_number":"HB4433","title":"Prohibiting Human Smuggling and Trafficking","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add a definition for \"illegal alien\" under human trafficking and provide that illegal aliens are not eligible for restitution.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/14/26","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4433/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4433&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2083791,"bill_number":"HB4431","title":"Requiring the approval of the Legislature and the Governor before additional bonds may be issued by the Parkways Authority","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the approval of the Legislature and the Governor before additional bonds may be issued by the Parkways Authority; and requiring tolls to be removed six months following removal of encumbrances for the bonds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4431/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4431&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083793,"bill_number":"HB4415","title":"Creating crime of attempting to smuggle contraband into federal correctional institutions within the state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add federal correctional institutions to the list of correctional facilities in which is a criminal offense to deliver any thing unlawfully to a person in custody or confined therein.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4415/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4415&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2083794,"bill_number":"HB4467","title":"Relating to maternity leave for school employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit pregnant women and mothers of newborn children who are employees of a public school system in this state to utilize the sick leave bank.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4467/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4467&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2083800,"bill_number":"SB441","title":"Issuing identification documents to homeless individuals residing at homeless shelters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Division of Motor Vehicles to provide certain identification documents to homeless individuals who are U.S. Citizens, residing at homeless shelters within this state, at no cost.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB441/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=441&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2083802,"bill_number":"HB4485","title":"Allow education employees to donate sick leave to co-workers for maternity leave","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow educators in the public school system or in the higher education system to donate leave to employees who use maternity leave. The bill defines maternity leave. Finally, the bill sets forth the process for the leave transfer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4485/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4485&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Bell"},
{"bill_id":2083803,"bill_number":"HB4425","title":"To repeal the provision allowing for students to transfer from one school to another without losing eligibility.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the section of code allowing for the athletic eligibility of transfer students.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-31","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/31/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4425/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4425&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083805,"bill_number":"HB4474","title":"Extending the Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementia Advisory Council sunset date.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementia Advisory Council sunset date.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/25/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4474/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4474&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2083809,"bill_number":"HB4478","title":"Relating to racing facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create immunity for racing facilities from certain liability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Legal Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4478/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4478&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2083810,"bill_number":"SB452","title":"Preventing home insurers from canceling policy for isolated event","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit cancellation of homeowners insurance for an isolated incident.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB452/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=452&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083813,"bill_number":"HB4462","title":"Prohibition on cell-cultured products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the sale of cell-cultured food products.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4462/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4462&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083816,"bill_number":"HB4398","title":"Relating to privilege tax on holding a license to operate sports wagering","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the percentage amount for the privilege of holding a license to operate sports wagering.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4398/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4398&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2083817,"bill_number":"HB4459","title":"Relating to Kratom","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make kratom a Schedule I controlled substance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4459/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4459&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083821,"bill_number":"SB469","title":"Requiring dredging of flood prone waterways","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide dredging and clearing for waterways that are prone to flooding.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB469/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=469&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083822,"bill_number":"HB4440","title":"Permitting law enforcement to issue a citation when students are caught with nicotine in schools.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit law enforcement to issue a citation when a student enrolled in a public school or public charter school possesses nicotine in those schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4440/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4440&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2083827,"bill_number":"HB4401","title":"To modify the calculation of the taxable wage base.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the calculation of the taxable wage base.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4401/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4401&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2083829,"bill_number":"HB4438","title":"Relating to Sexual Abuse Prevention Screening, Hiring and Dismissal Requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish sexual abuse prevention screening, hiring, and dismissal requirements for all school employees and contractors who work at schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4438/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4438&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Bell"},
{"bill_id":2083830,"bill_number":"SB448","title":"Relating to brain injury screening training","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation to train its personnel to screen incoming and incarcerated individuals for brain injury with a screening process designed in conjunction with a study group. The bill lists the agencies that must enter a memorandum of understanding to share confidential health information that is pertinent to the study group's study.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB448/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=448&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083833,"bill_number":"SB432","title":"Issuing identification documents to homeless youth residing in WV shelters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Division of Motor Vehicles to provide certain identification documents to homeless youth who are U.S. Citizens, residing at homeless shelters within this state, at no cost.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB432/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=432&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2083834,"bill_number":"HB4461","title":"Establishing limitations on billing practices of Internet or telecommunications providers that fail to provide subscribed customers service for five or more days","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that a consumer is not required to pay for service outages caused by the provider when he or she did not receive services.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4461/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4461&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083836,"bill_number":"HB4451","title":"Relating to establishing the Veteran Justice Act allowing conditional opportunity for veterans to avoid a record conviction","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Veteran Justice Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4451/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4451&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083841,"bill_number":"HB4475","title":"Disaster Recovery Acceleration Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the Disaster Recovery Acceleration Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4475/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4475&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2083844,"bill_number":"HB4409","title":"Two party consent for legislative offices","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the enforcement of two-party consent for legislative offices. The bill also provides an expectation of privacy in legislative offices.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4409/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4409&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083845,"bill_number":"HB4405","title":"Expanding the reasons that an executive director may create, merge, or dissolve a public defender corporation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of a second public defender corporation when a public defender corporation employs six or more assistant public defenders inclusive of the chief public defender.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4405/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4405&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083847,"bill_number":"HB4442","title":"To require state employees making over $75,000 base salary are to become “at will employees of the state”, while all employees making under $75,000 base salary will have the rule of 80 retirement reinstated and accrued sick leave be used to extend service years upon retirement.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create exemptions for Tier II employees making less than $75,000 to use annual and sick leave upon retirement and be eligible for the Rule of 80 and to exempt employees making $75,000 or more from classified coverage.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4442/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4442&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2083849,"bill_number":"SB451","title":"Extending time frame for Department of Human Services to identify relatives and fictive kin","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the timeframe for the department to identify relatives and fictive kin of the child.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB451/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=451&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083855,"bill_number":"HB4406","title":"Relating to formerly incarcerated individuals voting rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate restrictions to voting rights following an individual's release from incarceration through pardon, probation, parole, or completion of sentence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4406/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4406&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083857,"bill_number":"HB4424","title":"To allow landowners to pay hunters to hunt their property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit landowners or lessees of land whose land is damaged by deer or other wildlife to hire a third party to kill the deer or other wildlife by bow and arrow.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4424/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4424&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083858,"bill_number":"SB468","title":"Relating to payment rates for child care services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Bureau for Family Assistance to increase the base rate paid to childcare providers and to study a performance-based model of incentive payments to increase quality and to provide reporting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB468/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=468&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083862,"bill_number":"SB446","title":"Including certain mental health disorders in existing public health programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include postpartum depression, anxiety, psychosis, and obsessive-compulsive disorders in existing public health programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB446/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=446&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083865,"bill_number":"HB4434","title":"Increasing penalties for Corruption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the penalties for bribery and corrupt practices and to clarify when a person is disqualified from holding office.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4434/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4434&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2083866,"bill_number":"HB4416","title":"Classifying forestry equipment for levy purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reclassify forestry equipment as Class I property to provide tax benefits to forestry businesses by acknowledging forestry as a part of agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4416/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4416&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2083869,"bill_number":"HB4457","title":"Permitting voters not affiliated with a major political party to vote the ballot of that political party in a primary election.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit voters not affiliated with a major political party to vote one ballot of any political party in a primary election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4457/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4457&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083873,"bill_number":"HB4402","title":"Relating to school protection officers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the appointment, qualifications, certification, authority, compensation, and training of school protection officers by a sheriff, and to provide for limitations on the civil liability of school protection officers in certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4402/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4402&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083874,"bill_number":"HB4480","title":"Relating to Access Management and Entrances to State Highways","description":"The purpose of this bill is to creating standards in determining a change of use of existing entrances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4480/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4480&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2083876,"bill_number":"SB463","title":"Requiring Bureau for Public Health to test for mucopolysaccharidosis type 1","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact a mandate for newborn testing for mucopolysaccharidosis type 1 (MPS1), a metabolic disorder, which although not curable, can be treated if diagnosed in young infants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB463/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=463&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083878,"bill_number":"HB4400","title":"All relating generally to procurement by state spending units and local fiscal bodies of technology and technical infrastructure products and services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to streamline procurement by state spending units, so that West Virginia can move to the forefront of government innovation, improve citizen services, and reduce government inefficiency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4400/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4400&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2083883,"bill_number":"HB4450","title":"Removing restrictions of taxpayers to access online curriculum, and allow for taxpayers to inspect additional instructional material adopted by the county board pursuant to including books in the classroom","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the restrictions of taxpayers to access online curriculum. The bill allows for any taxpayer to inspect additional instructional material adopted by the county board pursuant to including books in the classroom. Finally, the bill allows for any individual to file a complaint.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4450/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4450&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083885,"bill_number":"HCR3","title":"House Infrastructure Naming Resolution","description":"House Infrastructure Naming Resolution","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"House received Senate message","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR3/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=3&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2083888,"bill_number":"SB440","title":"Increasing penalty for transporting telecommunication devices into jails","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make transportation of a telecommunication device into a state correctional facility a felony.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB440/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=440&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2083889,"bill_number":"HB4473","title":"Relating to the West Virginia Supreme Court’s power to promulgate rules allowing for the limited practice of law by nonlawyers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enumerate the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals capacity to create rules regarding the scope of practice in the state of West Virginia while creating a task force to encourage the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals to create rules allowing nonlawyers the ability to practice law under a limited license.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Legal Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4473/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4473&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2083891,"bill_number":"HB4410","title":"Relating to special stops required for on-track equipment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define \"on-track equipment\"; and clarify provisions related to obedience to signal indicating approach of train.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4410/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4410&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083895,"bill_number":"HB4453","title":"Regarding Teacher Pay","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the pay of teachers from 35 years of experience to 45 years of experience.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4453/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4453&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dave Foggin"},
{"bill_id":2083897,"bill_number":"SB455","title":"Ensuring equal financial support to kinship parents and fictive kin","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that all financial support presently available to certified foster parents is provided to kinship parents and fictive kin. The barriers and burdens placed upon kinship parents and fictive kin are too onerous.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB455/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=455&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083899,"bill_number":"SB450","title":"Relating to tax credit for qualified rehabilitated buildings investment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia historic rehabilitated building tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB450/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=450&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2083902,"bill_number":"SB465","title":"Creating Caregiver Tax Credit Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tax credit for eligible family members providing caregiver services to an eligible family member.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB465/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=465&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083903,"bill_number":"HB4423","title":"Eliminating specific statutory restrictions on outdoor advertisement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate specific statutory restrictions on outdoor advertisement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4423/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4423&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083905,"bill_number":"SB457","title":"Providing water filtration equipment to residents whose water is deemed unsafe","description":"The purpose of this bill is regarding water quality affecting residents of the state; establishing findings; requiring Department of Health to evaluate whether public water sources contain levels of contaminants making them unsafe; providing water filtration equipment or technology to residents whose water is deemed unsafe; and providing for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB457/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=457&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083910,"bill_number":"SB466","title":"Defining drugs as adulterated when they contain specified food dyes and additives","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define drugs that contain specified food dyes and additives as adulterated drugs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB466/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=466&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083916,"bill_number":"HB4466","title":"Extend the public intoxication of alcohol code to include being under the impairment of narcotics in public","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make it a misdemeanor to being under the impairment of narcotics in public; and providing for criminal penalties and education upon conviction thereof.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4466/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4466&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2083919,"bill_number":"HB4455","title":"Relating to taxation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a phased in increase in the homestead exemption; provide that change to exemption contingent on passage of constitutional amendment; remove cap on property tax books, and repeal limitation on levy rates when appraisal results in tax increase.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4455/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4455&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2083920,"bill_number":"HB4426","title":"Ensure State Road Construction Account funds are in addition to general highways funds provided to the DOT districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that funding to counties named in this section from the State Road Construction Account does not affect any funding received by those counties from the State Road Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4426/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4426&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083922,"bill_number":"HB4399","title":"Relating to disabled veteran taxpayers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of a disabled veteran taxpayer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4399/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4399&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2083925,"bill_number":"HB4439","title":"Creating a special court cost fee on certain criminal convictions dedicated to the emergency medical services equipment and training fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a court fee for all criminal violations to fund grants to equip and train emergency medical service providers and personnel; and to provide that local emergency medical service providers will receive grants on a 70%-30% matching basis, with the local provider providing 30% of the total funds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4439/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4439&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2083927,"bill_number":"SB464","title":"Requiring insurance coverage for biomarker testing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require insurance coverage for biomarker testing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB464/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=464&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083930,"bill_number":"HB4472","title":"Clarifying that commercial real property insurance policies may be underwritten for less than replacement cost value of the insured property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that insurance policies covering commercial or industrial real property may be underwritten for any amount agreed-upon by the parties, even if that amount is less than the replacement cost value.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4472/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4472&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2083931,"bill_number":"SB470","title":"Allowing for doula reimbursement under Medicaid","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require doula services to be covered by Medicaid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB470/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=470&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083934,"bill_number":"HB4417","title":"Relating to polling locations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the definition reference of \"precinct\" to \"polling location\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4417/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4417&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2083940,"bill_number":"HB4427","title":"Relating to “unencumbered” special revenue accounts to be surrendered to general revenue under certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the forfeiture of unencumbered funds in special revenue accounts and repayment of certain percentages of the special revenue accounts to the General Revenue Fund if these accounts have been inactive for designated periods. The bill also prohibits expenditures from these accounts pending the forfeiture of the funds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Revenue","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Revenue","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4427/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4427&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083942,"bill_number":"HB4418","title":"Creating “The Tax Efficiency Act of 2026”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the Tax Efficiency Act of 2026, allowing municipal business and occupation or privilege taxes to be paid utilizing the statewide electronic data processing system network.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4418/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4418&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David McCormick"},
{"bill_id":2083945,"bill_number":"HB4429","title":"Create a prison work pilot program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a Work/Incarceration Prison pilot program; to establish guidelines for eligibility; creates one prison; authorizes the Division of Corrections to propose rules; provides sentence reduction to an offender sentenced to the work/incarceration prison; provides that an offender who commits a violation of the rules be sent to a correctional facility and have an additional year added on to their original sentence; provides guideline for appropriation; allows offenders from other counties be accepted to the work/incarceration prison; and provides for an annual evaluation of the work/incarceration prison to be submitted to the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4429/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4429&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083946,"bill_number":"SB467","title":"Allowing enforcement of Purple Heart parking spaces taken by non-Purple Heart recipients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to grant authority for enforcement of the Purple Heart parking spaces so that only those who have earned this medal may use those spaces, and establish penalties for those who park in these spaces without having earned the designation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB467/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=467&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083948,"bill_number":"HB4476","title":"To provide for currency rounding on monetary transactions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Common Cents Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4476/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4476&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2083953,"bill_number":"HB4477","title":"To give the Secretary of State authority to refer allegations of violations of election laws to West Virginia Prosecuting Attorneys Institute.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the Attorney General with prosecutorial power over county and municipal elected officials in certain circumstances The bill also requires the Secretary of State to refer potential election fraud to the Attorney General for prosecution instead of a county prosecuting attorney.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4477/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4477&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2083954,"bill_number":"HB4411","title":"To clarify what constitutes trespassing at an institution of higher education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify what constitutes trespassing at an institution of higher education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Higher Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Higher Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4411/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4411&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2083956,"bill_number":"HB4413","title":"Making syringe exchange service programs unlawful","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make syringe services unlawful and provide for penalties for violation of the article. The proposed bill permits the provision of harm reduction services not associated with a syringe exchange program and permits an administrative timeframe for the transition of care. Requiring the Office for Health Facilities Licensure and Certification to seek penalties and the ability to seek injunctive relief for violations of the article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4413/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4413&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2083958,"bill_number":"HB4437","title":"To allow Gold Star parents to receive one free Gold Star vehicle registration for personal use.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for one free Gold Star Family license plate to a Gold Star parent.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4437/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4437&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2083960,"bill_number":"SB471","title":"Authorizing physician assistants to own business","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow physician assistants to own a practice, to allow the Board of Medicine to deny a license or other authorization to physician assistants who make unlawful referrals where that physician assistant has a proprietary interest, provide definitions, and to authorize physician assistants to form a medical corporation and designates physician assistant as a professional service eligible for establishing a professional limited liability company.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB471/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=471&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083968,"bill_number":"HB4414","title":"Require registration of persons convicted of abuse","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify how those required to register sex offenders, who have no permanent residence, can satisfy their legal obligation and clarifying reporting obligations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4414/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4414&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2083969,"bill_number":"HB4471","title":"Approved sewage systems for rental property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require approved sewage systems for all rental properties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4471/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4471&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2083971,"bill_number":"HB4430","title":"Eliminating the authority of the West Virginia Parkways Authority to issue further parkway revenue, parkway revenue refunding, or special obligation bonds after July 1, 2025","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the authority of the West Virginia Parkways Authority to issue further parkway revenue, parkway revenue refunding, or special obligation bonds after July 1, 2026. The bill also provides that subsequent to that date, no new bonds may be issued.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4430/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4430&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2083973,"bill_number":"SB460","title":"Establishing no tax on tips or overtime compensation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt tips and overtime from state personal income taxes to encourage economic development through workforce participation and to encourage tourism by supporting the service industry.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB460/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=460&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083974,"bill_number":"HB4463","title":"Relating to the Board of Sanitarians","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify rules related to the Board of Sanitarians.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4463/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4463&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2083976,"bill_number":"HB4484","title":"To expand each county commission’s ability to sell or lease property.","description":"To allow county commissions to have the same flexibility to sell or lease property as municipalities","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4484/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4484&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2083978,"bill_number":"SB458","title":"Providing pay raise for state road employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a $5,000 raise to state road employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB458/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=458&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083980,"bill_number":"HB4407","title":"Relating to loss of parental rights after a third petition for a child’s removal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the number of improvement periods a parent may have per child or actions in abuse and neglect proceedings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4407/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4407&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083982,"bill_number":"HB4458","title":"Creating Substance Abuse Intervention Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Substance Abuse Intervention Act. The bill provides for a short title. The bill provides for involuntary treatment for a substance use disorder and sets forth the rights of a patient. The bill establishes criteria for involuntary treatment. The bill creates a petition for 60-day and 360-day involuntary treatment and a guarantee for costs. The bill provides for proceedings for involuntary treatment, describes the duties of court, and disposition. The bill sets forth a 72-hour emergency involuntary treatment. The bill describes the failure to attend examination, sets forth a summons, and describes transportation to hospital or psychiatric facility. This bill shall be known as \"Joel's Law.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4458/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4458&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083984,"bill_number":"HB4449","title":"Permitting cameras in classrooms","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the use of cameras in classrooms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4449/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4449&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2083985,"bill_number":"HB4404","title":"Increase the allowance for volunteer and part-volunteer fire companies and allowing fire departments to make an expenditure for educational and training supplies and fire prevention promotional materials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the allowance for volunteer and part-volunteer fire companies and departments to make an expenditure for educational and training supplies and fire prevention promotional materials from $500 to $5,000 per year.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4404/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4404&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2083987,"bill_number":"SB456","title":"Limiting cost of prescription medications for senior citizens","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the price of prescription drugs to older West Virginians to the lowest price that drug is available in the United States.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB456/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=456&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2083988,"bill_number":"HB4470","title":"Relating to requiring election officials to capture and publish ballot images, and provide voters with the ability to affix a unique mark on their ballot to identify and verify their ballot cast in a statewide election in West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to preserve ballot images and cast vote records on the Secretary of State website which will allow a near 100% verification of cast vote tabulation by citizens and election officials and provide voters with the ability to anonymously identify and verify their ballot cast in a statewide election in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4470/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4470&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2084637,"bill_number":"SB434","title":"PEIA Stability and Sustainability Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to stabilize and sustain the Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA) by establishing a permanent reserve fund, protecting retirees, requiring transparency in rate-setting, and promoting fair cost-sharing and responsible management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB434/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=434&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084638,"bill_number":"SB443","title":"Granting municipal fire marshals authority to assist in lawful execution of law-enforcement officer's official duties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to grant municipal fire marshal the authority to assist in the lawful execution of a law-enforcement officer's official duties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB443/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=443&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084639,"bill_number":"SB439","title":"Creating Residential Treatment Capacity Expansion Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a special revenue account, the Residential Treatment Capacity Expansion Fund, to support the recruitment, development, and expansion of in-state residential treatment providers for children. The fund may be used for provider incentives, facility development, transition services for children currently placed out of state, and other activities that increase West Virginia's residential treatment capacity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB439/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=439&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084640,"bill_number":"SB444","title":"Enhancing flexibility, responsiveness, and economic development potential of Industrial Access Road Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to enhancing the flexibility, responsiveness, and economic development potential of the Industrial Access Road Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB444/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=444&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rollan Roberts"},
{"bill_id":2084641,"bill_number":"SB430","title":"Relating generally to State Fire Marshal","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to the qualifications and responsibilities of the State Fire Marshal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB430/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=430&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084642,"bill_number":"SB436","title":"Relating to statewide prevention plan","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a prevention plan.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB436/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=436&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084643,"bill_number":"SB435","title":"Requiring health policies cover oral health medical procedures due to side effect from cancer","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require health benefit plan coverage for oral health medical procedures that are necessary as a side effect of cancer treatments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB435/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=435&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084644,"bill_number":"SB438","title":"Relating to circumstances of parental rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase circumstances where the Department of Human Services is required to seek termination of parental rights. The bill also increases circumstances where the time limit for a respondent parent's improvement period, or combination or extension of the respondent parent's improvement period, applies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB438/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=438&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084645,"bill_number":"SB433","title":"Relating generally to reimbursement for costs of incarceration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide reimbursement for costs of incarceration.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB433/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=433&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084646,"bill_number":"SB437","title":"Fair State Aid Formula Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Fair State Aid Formula Act of 2026. The bill provides an equitable method of distributing state aid to county boards of education. The bill recognizes the additional costs associated with rural, small, and high-need schools. Finally, the bill promotes fairness, transparency, and adequacy in education funding.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB437/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=437&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084647,"bill_number":"SB445","title":"Adding Potomac State College as eligible institution for participation in Learn and Earn Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a program to include Potomac State College of West Virginia University as an eligible institution for participation in the \"Learn and Earn Program\". The bill removes reference to the program being a \"pilot\" program.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB445/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=445&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2084648,"bill_number":"SB431","title":"Prohibiting sale of certain Kratom products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the sale, distribution, or advertisement of Kratom products that resemble, are designed as, or are intended for use with vapor or electronic cigarette devices. The bill provides definitions, enforcement mechanisms, penalties, and an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB431/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=431&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2084649,"bill_number":"SB442","title":"Creating homeless education coordinator position in counties designated by State Board as urban county","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a homeless education coordinator in counties designated by the state board as an urban county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-16","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB442/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=442&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2085516,"bill_number":"SB508","title":"Permitting businesses to receive tax credit for using WV manufactured products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a tax credit for businesses to cover up to 50 percent of the costs of the purchase of products that are produced or manufactured in West Virginia. These sections have been completely rewritten; therefore, they have been completely underscored.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB508/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=508&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085517,"bill_number":"HB4500","title":"Permitting the Berkeley County Commission to levy a special district excise tax for the benefit of the Berkeley County Economic Opportunity Development District under certain conditions.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Berkeley County Commission to levy a special district excise tax for the benefit of the Berkeley County Economic Opportunity Development District.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4500/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4500&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2085519,"bill_number":"SB499","title":"Requiring auto accident toxicology test be performed","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require toxicology tests after a fatal vehicle crash.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB499/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=499&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2085521,"bill_number":"HB4509","title":"Relating to restoring local jurisdiction to state political subdivisions over certain electric power facilities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore local government legal jurisdiction over micro-grid districts and certified high impact data centers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4509/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4509&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2085523,"bill_number":"HB4502","title":"Create license plate for autism awareness","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to issue special registration plates for autism awareness.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4502/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4502&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2085525,"bill_number":"HB4548","title":"WV building and constructions trades code enforcement West Virginia First","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to putting West Virginia first. The bill requires employers that receive a local labor utilization waiver to hire at the same qualifications and rates provided to Workforce WorkForce West Virginia; clarifies West Virginia Jobs Act applicability to all public improvement construction projects including West Virginia Development Authority pilot projects; and requires that Division of Labor establish a public database of records from employers performing work on public improvement contracts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4548/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4548&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2085527,"bill_number":"HB4489","title":"Authorizing the DMV to issue certain vital records in the custody of the state registrar","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the authority to the Commissioner of the Division of Motor Vehicles to issue certain vital records subject to the rules and regulations of the State Registrar, to allow the DMV to collect fees for issuing vital records that will be provided to the State Registrar, and for the Commissioners of the DMV and DH Department of Health to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding to implement a program that allows the DH Department of Health to provide access to certain vital records to the DMV.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4489/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4489&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085529,"bill_number":"SB489","title":"Creating High School Educator Flexibility Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a course-specific teaching permit system allowing certified educators to teach high-quality academic or career-technical courses outside their formal endorsement areas once they complete approved professional learning tied to that course.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB489/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=489&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085531,"bill_number":"HB4505","title":"Requiring each county school board to employ at least one full time school nurse","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county boards to employ at least one full time nurse for each public school.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4505/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4505&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2085533,"bill_number":"HB4520","title":"Provide 25% Discount to WV Residents using State Parks","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide West Virginia residents with a discount for lodging and services at West Virginia State Parks.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4520/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4520&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085535,"bill_number":"HB4497","title":"To not entitle WV students to get aid from any WV schools unless they pass a college qualification exam in the 10th grade","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require tenth grade students to pass a college preparedness exam to qualify for public financial aid for colleges and universities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4497/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4497&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Amos"},
{"bill_id":2085537,"bill_number":"HB4526","title":"Provisions for election observers during any election and at any voting or ballot-reviewing and ballot-counting location within West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a procedure for election observers during any election and at any voting or ballot-reviewing and ballot-counting location within this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4526/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4526&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085539,"bill_number":"HB4519","title":"Require full cash bail for offenders who are rearrested for certain crimes while out on bond and enhanced criminal penalties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require cash bail for violent or gun-related criminal offenses and to provide for consecutive sentencing for crimes committed while on bail for violent or gun-related criminal offenses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4519/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4519&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085540,"bill_number":"HB4496","title":"To force any media/internet creator providing artificial intelligence created videos to have an identifying marker that allows viewers to know that the video is not real.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect West Virginians by requiring artificial intelligence created media to be disclosed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4496/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4496&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2085542,"bill_number":"SB475","title":"Relating to legislative rules regarding chemicals of emerging concern","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that certain legislative rules proposed by state agencies regarding chemicals of emerging concern shall be based upon the best available science and the weight of the scientific evidence","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB475/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=475&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085544,"bill_number":"SB482","title":"Creating WV Driver Safety Modernization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create The West Virginia Driver Safety Modernization Act. The bill deals with age-based renewal and screening requirements for advanced age and medical conditions and senior mobility planning and safe-driving longevity resources and mature driver safety course incentive.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB482/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=482&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085546,"bill_number":"SB495","title":"Outdoor Solid-Fuel Heating Appliance Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set statewide minimum standards for installation, operation, and enforcement of outdoor wood-burning and coal-burning appliances; provide rulemaking authority to the Department of Environmental Protection; establish enforcement mechanisms, penalties, and reporting requirements; and provide an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB495/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=495&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085548,"bill_number":"SB481","title":"Relating to elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change \"precinct\" to \"polling location\" for voting places.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB481/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=481&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085550,"bill_number":"HB4535","title":"Provide certain classes of property protections from creditor collections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide certain classes of assets exempt from collection, judgment, or garnishment for default of any consumer credit or installment obligation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4535/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4535&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085552,"bill_number":"HB4516","title":"Enacting Water Quality Improvement Programs In Counties By Conservation Districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a conservation district board to partially reimburse services to septic systems in their district.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4516/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4516&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2085554,"bill_number":"HB4494","title":"Providing an exemption for a non-resident landowner, their spouse and their children from the requirement of purchasing a non-resident hunting hicense while hunting on their land in this state.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an exemption for a non-resident landowner, their spouse and their children from the requirement of purchasing a non-resident hunting license while hunting on their land in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4494/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4494&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jim Butler"},
{"bill_id":2085556,"bill_number":"SB500","title":"Prohibiting of sex offender living within 1000 feet of any school, park, or playground","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit sex offenders from residing near children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB500/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=500&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2085558,"bill_number":"SB505","title":"Providing Medicaid coverage for postpartum health care","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide Medicaid coverage for postpartum healthcare.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB505/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=505&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085560,"bill_number":"HB4549","title":"Local Government Freedom Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide political subdivisions the authority to hire the lowest responsible bidder enter into project labor agreements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4549/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4549&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2085562,"bill_number":"SB503","title":"Displaying official US motto in state buildings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the display of the national motto, \"In God We Trust,\" in state office buildings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB503/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=503&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2085563,"bill_number":"HB4529","title":"Relating to requiring local governments to provide matching funds for grants from the Reclamation of Abandoned and Dilapidated Properties Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require local governments to provide matching funds for grants from the Reclamation of Abandoned and Dilapidated Properties Program unless demonstrated to be fiscally unable; and to require that fines assessed by local governments related to abandoned and dilapidated property be committed to the matching of Reclamation of Abandoned and Dilapidated Properties Program grants or to the demolition of condemned properties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4529/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4529&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085565,"bill_number":"HB4542","title":"To extend conditional protection to employees of private child welfare agency or provider","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend conditional protection to employees of private child welfare agency or provider.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4542/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4542&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2085567,"bill_number":"HB4527","title":"Allow DMV to accept auto-renewals for vehicle registration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Division of Motor Vehicles to establish an automatic renewal system with automatic billing for the renewals of motor vehicle registrations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4527/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4527&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085569,"bill_number":"SB492","title":"Establishing additional modification reducing federal adjusted gross income relating to taxes on tips and overtime","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an additional modification reducing federal adjusted gross income relating to taxes on tips and overtime.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB492/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=492&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2085571,"bill_number":"HB4514","title":"Modify determination of high 3 years for Sheriff’s Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to compute the final average salary of a member of the West Virginia Deputy Sheriff Retirement Fund based on the average of the highest annual compensation received for covered employment by the member in any three plan years within the member's last 10 years of service. Current law is based on five consecutive year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4514/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4514&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085573,"bill_number":"SB498","title":"Relating to pornography access for minors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the distribution and display of pornographic material to minors through online platforms, to establish strict age verification protocols, and to impose severe penalties on entities that fail to comply.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB498/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=498&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085575,"bill_number":"HB4546","title":"Providing for biennial reporting instead of annual reporting for business organizations.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require biennial reports for limited liability and foreign limited liability companies.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4546/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4546&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2085577,"bill_number":"SB490","title":"Approving short-term training programs for eligibility for federal Workforce Pell Grants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to codify federal law and give the Governor, via the West Virginia Workforce Development Board, approval of short-term training programs for eligibility for federal Workforce Pell Grants.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB490/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=490&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085579,"bill_number":"HB4515","title":"To remedy an issue relating to the disaffiliation from religious denominations whilst retaining church property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide provisions for the disaffiliation from religious denominations and the retention and division of property upon disaffiliation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4515/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4515&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bryan Ward"},
{"bill_id":2085581,"bill_number":"HB4495","title":"To allow municipalities to regulate sober living housing in the cities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide municipalities with the authority to regulate sober living housing within the cities, require that applications must be submitted and approved by the city prior to the facility commencing its operations, granting the municipalities the right to waive or require voluntary certification, and granting municipalities the right to require renewals and inspections of sober living facilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4495/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4495&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Amos"},
{"bill_id":2085583,"bill_number":"SB486","title":"Relating to WV Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add the definition of \"Master aesthetician\" who is authorized to practice using laser technology, intense pulsed light (\"IPL\") devices, microneedling, and radiofrequency treatments.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB486/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=486&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2085585,"bill_number":"HB4492","title":"Limiting broker deposits to $500","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the maximum amount of broker deposits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4492/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4492&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Lucas"},
{"bill_id":2085586,"bill_number":"HB4513","title":"Authorizing adjustment from federal adjusted gross income for certain law enforcement pension benefit payments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a pension benefits exemption from income taxation to Division of Natural Resources police, deputy sheriffs, full-time firefighters, and municipal police officers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4513/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4513&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085588,"bill_number":"HB4518","title":"Require DMV and Parkways Auhority to coordinate records for plate transfers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to streamline the process of updating a driver's information when getting a new vehicle and using EZ-Pass.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4518/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4518&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085590,"bill_number":"SB473","title":"Creating felony offense of using electronic device to threaten violence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create felony criminal penalties for using electronic communication devices to threaten crimes of violence.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"Postponed indefinitely","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB473/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=473&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2085592,"bill_number":"SB485","title":"Establishing WV Behavior-Based E-Bike and Multi-Use Trail Mobility Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Behavior-based E-bike and Multi-use Trail Mobility Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB485/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=485&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085594,"bill_number":"HB4539","title":"Requiring health insurers provide price information to consumers timely prior to rate change","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide policyholders notice of upcoming rate changes in their policies and establish when rate changes can take effect.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4539/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4539&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085596,"bill_number":"HB4574","title":"Relating to providing for condition-based emergency funding for a financially distressed county.","description":"Relating to providing for condition-based emergency funding for a financially distressed county.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4574/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4574&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Pat McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":2085598,"bill_number":"SB502","title":"Women’s Collegiate Sports Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Women's Collegiate Sports Protection Act.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB502/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=502&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2085600,"bill_number":"SB506","title":"Permitting certain use of county-owned wireless tower","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit county commissions to lease, rent, or permit the use of a county owned wireless tower or any portions thereof, with exceptions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB506/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=506&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2085602,"bill_number":"SB484","title":"Creating Intoxicating and Nicotine Retail Licensing and Public Safety Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to regulate intoxicating, nicotine and controlled retail products. The bill creates The Intoxicating and Nicotine Retail Licensing and Public Safety Act; and creates within the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration the Division of Regulated Products & Retail Compliance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB484/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=484&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085604,"bill_number":"SB478","title":"Second Amendment Reaffirmation and Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the \"Second Amendment Reaffirmation and Protection Act.\"","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB478/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=478&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2085606,"bill_number":"HB4533","title":"Including Potomac State College in the definition of community and technical college education program for participation in the “Learn and Earn Program”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a program to include Potomac State College of West Virginia as an eligible institution for permanent participation in the \"Learn and Earn Program\". The bill removes reference to the program being a \"pilot\" program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4533/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4533&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085608,"bill_number":"HB4534","title":"To ensure false claims on property titles are not fault of landowner","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Title Protection Act. The bill provides for legislative findings. The bill ensures that rightful property owners retain any and all titles to their property in the event that fraudulent or wrongful claims are listed against their property. The bill provides a mechanism for county clerks to provide notice to rightful landowners when property is transferred, or when titles are filed or modified against their property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4534/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4534&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085609,"bill_number":"HB4504","title":"Relating to rules for hunting antlered deer","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Director of the Division of Natural Resources to propose rules for hunting antlered deer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4504/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4504&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2085611,"bill_number":"SB474","title":"Creating Truth in Taxation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Truth in Taxation Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB474/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=474&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085613,"bill_number":"SB487","title":"West Virginia Trails, Access, and Stewardship Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Trails, Access, and Stewardship Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB487/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=487&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085615,"bill_number":"SCR2","title":"Supporting practices of freedom of religion in public spaces","description":"Supporting practices of freedom of religion in public spaces","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR2/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=2&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085617,"bill_number":"HB4541","title":"To require DOH, when abandoning a right of way, to notify the legislative representatives in the county or counties in which this right of way is located via email and first class mail in addition to publication in the newspaper","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require notice from the Commissioner of Highways of the discontinuance, vacation, abandonment, or closure of any road or highway be published as a Class I legal advertisement and shall also notify members of the Legislature who represent the area in which the road or highway is located of the proceedings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4541/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4541&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085619,"bill_number":"HB4538","title":"Regarding fines in DOH work zones","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the use of photographic, video, or digital equipment to enforce speed limits in Division of Highways work zones","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4538/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4538&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085621,"bill_number":"SB472","title":"Relating to agency responsible for administering SNAP and TANF programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer the SNAP and TANF programs from the Department of Human Services to WorkForce West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB472/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=472&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085623,"bill_number":"HB4575","title":"Making Supplemental Appropriation to State Board of Education","description":"Making Supplemental Appropriation to State Board of Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/9/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4575/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4575&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Pat McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":2085625,"bill_number":"HB4532","title":"Providing identification documents to homeless youth","description":"Providing identification documents to homeless youth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4532/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4532&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2085627,"bill_number":"HB4521","title":"State to reimburse county for inmate costs when conviction results in credit for time served","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the state to reimburse a county for inmate costs when a conviction of an inmate results in credit for time served towards any sentence imposed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4521/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4521&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085629,"bill_number":"SB507","title":"Extending statute of limitations for bringing actions for gender reassignment surgeries","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the statute of limitations for bringing actions for gender reassignment surgeries, provide for additional damages in actions filed against surgeons for medical injuries from gender reassignment surgeries and the prescribing of medications related to gender reassignment procedures and therapies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB507/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=507&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2085631,"bill_number":"HB4517","title":"To maximize the utility and accessibility of West Virginia’s child care tax credit for employers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to maximize utility and accessibility of West Virginia's child care tax credit for employers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4517/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4517&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085632,"bill_number":"SB488","title":"Creating State Council on Competitive Government","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Council on Competitive Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB488/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=488&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085634,"bill_number":"HB4550","title":"To require the state and/or its agents to provide their appraisal to landowners involved in eminent domain","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the State of West Virginia, or any agency or political subdivision, to provide appraisals to landowners when involved in eminent domain negotiations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4550/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4550&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2085636,"bill_number":"HB4503","title":"Prohibiting driving slow in left lane except under certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require operators of vehicles to drive in rightmost portion or lane of roads or highways.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4503/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4503&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2085638,"bill_number":"SB501","title":"Expanding digital mapping of unimproved public roads","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the digital mapping of primary and secondary roads in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB501/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=501&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2085640,"bill_number":"SB509","title":"Prohibiting certain medical exams on anesthetized patients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit certain medical practices; prohibit medical providers from performing pelvic, prostate, rectal, and breast exams on an anesthetized or unconscious patient except in specific circumstances; and establish an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB509/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=509&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085642,"bill_number":"HB4506","title":"Allowing members of State Police retirement system to use accrued leave as credit towards retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow members of the West Virginia State Police Retirement System to use accrued leave to acquire additional credited service toward retirement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4506/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4506&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2085644,"bill_number":"SB480","title":"Relating generally to underground facilities damage prevention","description":"The purpose of this bill generally relates to Underground Facilities Damage prevention.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB480/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=480&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085646,"bill_number":"HB4491","title":"Relating to certification by the Public Service Commission of advanced small modular and micro nuclear reactors","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to certification by the Public Service Commission of advanced small modular and micro nuclear reactors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4491/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4491&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2085648,"bill_number":"HB4540","title":"To require municipalities issuing tickets to charge the entire fee for tickets","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the suspension of licenses for failure to respond or appear in court when charged with a motor vehicle violation. The bill requires written notice of all fees owed and impending suspension prior to license suspension; and requires the citation issuing magistrate court or municipal court to forward administrative fee collected to division.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4540/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4540&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085650,"bill_number":"SB496","title":"Relating to modifications reducing federal adjusted gross income related to retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the federal adjusted gross income with respect to retirement income.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB496/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=496&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085652,"bill_number":"HB4545","title":"To require the Department of Human Services to provide child welfare workers with mobile technology that will permit them to conduct investigations and create a digital record.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to provide child welfare workers with mobile technology that will permit them to conduct investigations and create a digital record.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4545/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4545&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2085654,"bill_number":"HB4488","title":"To reduce West Virginia sales tax on gasoline and diesel to zero, and make up difference with increase in sales tax equivalent to rate of tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the motor fuel excise tax and to replace any income from the tax with an equivalent increase in the state sales tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4488/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4488&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085655,"bill_number":"HB4508","title":"Public Utility Stability Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Public Utility Stability Act, which will set appropriate time frames and procedures for rate increases for water and sewerage utilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4508/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4508&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2085657,"bill_number":"SB494","title":"Permitting dedicated lottery tickets for special interests","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create instant scratch off lottery ticket games to fund various projects of interest to the public; to create a fire department lottery ticket to fund the All County Fire Protection Fund; to create an emergency medical services lottery ticket to fund the Emergency Medical Services Equipment and Training Fund; to create an schools lottery ticket to fund the Innovation in Education Fund; and to create a roads lottery ticket to the fund the State Road Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB494/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=494&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085659,"bill_number":"HB4487","title":"Allow for monthly payments on property taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for monthly payments on current real and personal property taxes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4487/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4487&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085661,"bill_number":"HB4528","title":"Regarding release of juvenile following assault of law enforcement or first responder","description":"The purpose of this bill is to strengthen penalties of juveniles accused of assault on a law enforcement officer, reserve deputy, court security officer, or first responder.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4528/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4528&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085663,"bill_number":"HB4493","title":"The West Virginia Real Estate Wholesaling Accountability Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Abolishment of Wholesaling Act, providing definitions; abolishing and prohibiting wholesaling; providing exceptions; and providing remedies and civil penalty.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4493/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4493&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Lucas"},
{"bill_id":2085665,"bill_number":"HB4522","title":"Banning Foreign-backed spending on State Ballot Issues","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ban foreign backed spending on state ballot issues.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Workforce","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Workforce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4522/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4522&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2085667,"bill_number":"SR7","title":"Proposing approval for Ohio River Restoration Program Act","description":"Proposing approval for Ohio River Restoration Program Act","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR7/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=7&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2085669,"bill_number":"SB476","title":"Selecting Neutral Accreditors Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the \"Selecting Neutral Accreditors Act.\" The bill provides for legislative findings. The bill sets forth definitions. Finally, the bill provides for the selection of accrediting agencies and enforcement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB476/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=476&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2085671,"bill_number":"HB4525","title":"To change the election dates for intermediate court of appeals judges to the genreal elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the date for election of judges of the Intermediate Court of Appeals to the same date as the general election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4525/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4525&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2085673,"bill_number":"HB4544","title":"To create a homeless education coordinator in urban and rural counties.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a homeless education coordinator in urban and rural counties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4544/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4544&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2085675,"bill_number":"HB4524","title":"Relating to prohibitions on contracting with companies that boycott Israel","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the prohibitions on contracting with companies that boycott Israel in the section apply to exempt agencies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4524/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4524&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2085677,"bill_number":"HB4543","title":"Prohibit certain individuals from living within 5,000 feet of a school or daycare","description":"Prohibit certain individuals from living within 5,000 feet of a school or daycare","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4543/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4543&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2085678,"bill_number":"HB4499","title":"Relating to eminent domain compensation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for enhanced compensation for property owners that is equal to twice the fair market value of the property taken, plus damages to any remaining property; and providing for how the enhanced compensation is determined.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4499/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4499&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2085680,"bill_number":"HB4523","title":"To move the election of Supreme Court Justices to the general election","description":"The purpose of this bill is to move the election of Supreme Court justices to the general election rather than the primary election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4523/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4523&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2085682,"bill_number":"HB4531","title":"Issuing identification documents to homeless individuals residing at homeless shelters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Division of Motor Vehicles to provide certain identification documents to homeless individuals who are U.S. Citizens, residing at homeless shelters within this state, at no cost.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4531/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4531&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085684,"bill_number":"SB504","title":"West Virginia Rural School Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Rural School Protection Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB504/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=504&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2085686,"bill_number":"SB493","title":"Relating to open captioning for motion pictures","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require exhibitors of motion pictures who operate two or more theaters in more than one location in this state to provide open captioning during at least two showings per week of each motion picture that is produced and offered with open captioning. The bill requires, when requested, audio description to be provided for any motion picture that is produced and offered with audio description.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Communicated to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB493/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=493&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2085688,"bill_number":"HB4498","title":"Relating to clarifying the Right to Farm Act relating to residential agricultural operations and the protection of agriculture through Urban Beekeeping","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the Right to Farm Act and the intent of the legislature to promote agriculture through agricultural businesses, promote the health of West Virginians and the West Virginia economy, and promote the protection of West Virginia agriculture through urban horticulture and beekeeping.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4498/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4498&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2085690,"bill_number":"HB4507","title":"Relating to allowing a personal income tax exemption for First Responders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt, from state income tax, salaries of law- enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS workers, and correctional officers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4507/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4507&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2085692,"bill_number":"SB491","title":"WV Volunteer State Defense Guard Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Volunteer State Guard. The West Virginia National Guard is often called to other duties such as filling roles as corrections officers in West Virginia prisons, filling staffing shortages in our West Virginia hospitals, etc. Knowing that natural disasters often plague our state, West Virginia is left vulnerable when the National Guard is called to other duties. This volunteer state guard will not cost the taxpayers any money.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Military","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Military","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB491/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=491&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085694,"bill_number":"HB4501","title":"Relating to Dietitian Licensure Compact","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the joining of the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission by the state of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4501/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4501&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2085696,"bill_number":"SB497","title":"Relating to vehicles exempt from payment of registration fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt vehicle registration fees for veterans, by lowering the percentage of a service-connected disability required for exemption from 100 percent to 50 percent or greater.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Military","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Military","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB497/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=497&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085698,"bill_number":"SJR15","title":"Bi-annual Legislative Session Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to modify the frequency of Legislative Session from annually to bi-annually.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR15/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=15&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2085700,"bill_number":"HB4530","title":"Creating Retail Impact Intersection Improvement Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to improve traffic intersections impacted by high-impact retail operations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4530/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4530&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085701,"bill_number":"HB4537","title":"Requiring municipalities take action when potential customers apply for water and sewer service.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require municipalities and public service districts to determine the cost of adding potential customers to water service from the municipality and public service districts, apply through the West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council for available funding, and to extend service to potential customers who have made required deposits if a grant or grants are awarded to cover the fees for the service extension.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4537/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4537&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085703,"bill_number":"SB477","title":"Authorizing pharmacists to dispense ivermectin","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enable pharmacists to dispense Ivermectin for human use pursuant to a collaborative pharmacy practice agreement and without a prescription, once the FDA approves of it for over-the-counter use.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB477/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=477&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2085705,"bill_number":"HB4511","title":"To require drug testing of foster parents prior to child placement.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to establishing a drug testing program for adults who apply to serve as foster parents, kinship parents, or caregivers to displaced children in the legal custody of the Department of Human Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4511/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4511&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085707,"bill_number":"SB479","title":"Requiring hair follicle drug testing of substantiated child abusers before restoring unsupervised visitation rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance and improve child well-being by requiring a hair follicle drug test of a substantiated child abuser before restoring visitation rights.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB479/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=479&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2085709,"bill_number":"HB4026","title":"Relating to expanding the requirements for integrated resource plans utility companies must file with the Public Service Commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require utility companies to expand the integrated resource plans filed with the Public Service Commission to include comprehensive analyses and descriptions and describe current and potential future uses of advanced transmission technologies that detail economic and technological feasibility, optimization, reliability, and resiliency, and list other technologies designed to increase and optimize efficiency, safety, reliability, resilience, and capacity.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"Communicated to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4026/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4026&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"George Street"},
{"bill_id":2085711,"bill_number":"HB4536","title":"Allow students who enroll and successfully complete a driver’s education course to waive testing at the DMV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow students who enroll and successfully complete a driver's education course to receive a certificate which the DMV will accept in lieu of being tested at the DMV.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4536/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4536&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2085713,"bill_number":"HB4486","title":"Establish fines for any company or organization that knowingly hires an illegal alien","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish stricter penalties for any company or organization that knowingly hires an illegal alien.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4486/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4486&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2085715,"bill_number":"SB483","title":"Creating WV Officials Training Program Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Officials Training Program Act, a training program for certain government officials administered by the State Auditor's Office.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB483/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=483&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2085717,"bill_number":"SR6","title":"Recognizing invaluable service of WV school custodians","description":"Recognizing invaluable service of WV school custodians","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR6/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=6&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2085719,"bill_number":"HB4547","title":"To remove barriers to voting for persons with disabilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove voting barriers for disabled voters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4547/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4547&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2085721,"bill_number":"HB4512","title":"Requiring child protective services (“CPS”) workers to record, via audio, all interactions during CPS visits.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to mandate audio recording during child protective services investigations and interactions during visits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4512/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4512&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2085723,"bill_number":"HB4510","title":"Prohibit the requirement of a COVID-19 vaccination as a prerequisite for any state funded program or activity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate compulsory COVID-19 vaccinations for participation or employment in any organization that receives state dollars.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-19","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-19","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4510/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4510&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086301,"bill_number":"HB4559","title":"To eliminate the restriction of hunting bears over bait","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the restriction on bear kills, when deer baiting is used during concurrent deer and bear hunting season.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4559/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4559&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086302,"bill_number":"SB520","title":"Preventing foreign financial contributions in domestic political processes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to safeguard election integrity and national sovereignty by preventing foreign governments, corporations, or individuals from influencing domestic political processes (elections, ballot initiatives, etc.) through financial contributions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB520/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=520&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2086304,"bill_number":"HB4562","title":"Change required service from 25 to 20 years for eligibility for minimum 1k retirement annuity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the eligibility age for certain retirement benefits within the Public Employees Retirement System and the State Teachers Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4562/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4562&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086305,"bill_number":"HB4612","title":"Issuance of new DMV titles under certain requirment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify conditions when the division shall issue a new title and provide circumstances which void title issued and initiate a legal investigation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4612/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4612&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2086308,"bill_number":"HB4593","title":"Allow for PE classes to be optional for students who can demonstrate 5 or more weekly hours of outside physical activity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require each child enrolled in the public schools of this state to actively participate in physical education classes during the school year to the level of his or her ability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4593/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4593&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086309,"bill_number":"HB4554","title":"Creating Persons with Disabilities Registry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a Persons with Disabilities Registry; and provide for a public records exemption.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4554/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4554&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086312,"bill_number":"SB531","title":"Establishing First Amendment Preservation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the First Amendment Preservation Act; providing definitions; prohibiting state contracts with media monitoring organizations; requiring written certifications that state purchasing contracts are in compliance with the act; and clarifying the applicability of the act to state contracts.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB531/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=531&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2086314,"bill_number":"HB4587","title":"Prohibiting public funds from supporting low-earning outcome postsecondary degree programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the degrees for which state funds can be used to obtain.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4587/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4587&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086315,"bill_number":"SB515","title":"Requiring drug testing for individuals receiving office-based medication-assisted treatment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require drug tests for individuals receiving office-based medication-assisted treatment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB515/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=515&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2086317,"bill_number":"HJR21","title":"Senior Citizen Homestead Valuation Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose a constitutional amendment that would lock the value of a homestead property owned by a citizen of 65 years of age or older, for the purpose of calculating property taxes, at the assessed value when the owner-occupier turned 65 or purchased the property, whichever occurred later.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR21/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=21&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2086318,"bill_number":"HB4602","title":"Relating to requiring the Department of Human Services to establish a pilot program to contract for supplemental caseworker aide services for the Bureau for Social Services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a pilot program to support caseworker administrative tasks with technology and human caseworker aide services to increase the number, frequency and timeliness of caseworker interactions with children and families served by caseworkers within the Department of Human Services.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4602/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4602&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086324,"bill_number":"HJR22","title":"To reduce the business inventory tax","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to permit the Legislature to exempt some species of tangible personal property from ad valorem taxation, reduce the rate of taxation or assessment for any species of tangible personal property; establish different statewide rates of taxation, assessment, or methods of valuation for different species of tangible personal property, or classify property as real property or personal property for ad valorem taxation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR22/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=22&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2086328,"bill_number":"SB522","title":"Creating WV Jobs Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"West Virginia Jobs Protection Act,\" to mandate the use of the federal E-Verify system for employment eligibility verification by all employers in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB522/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=522&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2086329,"bill_number":"HB4570","title":"To make the posting of a summons in a conspicuous place on rental property acceptable service when a tenant is unavailable for personal service","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit service upon tenants for eviction proceedings to be accomplished by publication or by posting the notice conspicuously on the premises if the tenant will not accept service of process in person.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4570/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4570&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086331,"bill_number":"HB4557","title":"To create the felony offense for protestors blocking passage on streets and highways.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the criminal offense of obstructing a highway or other passageway; defining \"obstruct\"; and establishing penalties for violation of section.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4557/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4557&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086332,"bill_number":"SB548","title":"Requiring transparency of dental health care insurance products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require transparency of dental health care insurance products. The bill requires annual reporting of the medical loss ratio with the Insurance Commissioner. The bill sets forth standards for the methods by which a dental carrier may pay a dental provider. The bill authorizes third party networks and sets standards for such networks. The bill requires an annual rebate to be paid in the form of a premium reduction when the MLR is not met. The bill provides for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB548/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=548&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2086335,"bill_number":"SB519","title":"Establishing insurance provisions requiring coverage for annual breast cancer screenings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish insurance provisions that require coverage for annual breast cancer screenings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB519/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=519&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2086336,"bill_number":"SB547","title":"Creating Truth in Giving Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Truth in Giving Act and to provide civil and criminal penalties for violations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB547/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=547&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2086339,"bill_number":"SB541","title":"Relating to circuit court's responsibilities in juvenile abuse and neglect proceedings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the West Virginia Code in relation to juvenile abuse and neglect proceedings to require that circuit courts make certain findings of fact and conclusions of law as it relates to the court's orders.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB541/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=541&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086340,"bill_number":"SB523","title":"Increase circumstances where Department of Human Services is required to seek termination of parental rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand when the Department of Human Services must seek termination of parental rights and by limiting the total duration of parental improvement periods while a child remains in out-of-home placement.This bill has been recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB523/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=523&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086342,"bill_number":"HB4566","title":"Increasing penalties for hit and run offenses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the penalties for hit and run offenses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4566/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4566&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086350,"bill_number":"HB4617","title":"Relating to requiring the Bureau of Social Service to file a legislative rule.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Bureau of Social Service to file its policy manual as a legislative rule.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4617/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4617&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086352,"bill_number":"HB4604","title":"Relating to abuse and neglect cases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation of all panel attorneys and guardians ad litem. The bill also creates an assistant guardian ad litem position and outlines what language is required in juvenile abuse and neglect case orders.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4604/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4604&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086354,"bill_number":"HB4571","title":"Taxpayer Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure individual taxpayers are not misclassified.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4571/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4571&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2086355,"bill_number":"SB546","title":"Relating to clothing and necessity allowance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth requirements for foster child clothing allowances.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB546/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=546&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086357,"bill_number":"SB518","title":"Relating to cost-sharing requirements for breast examinations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require insurance providers to provide diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations without cost sharing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB518/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=518&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2086360,"bill_number":"HCR10","title":"To repeal the 16th amendment to the U.S. Constitution","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to apply to and urge Congress call a convention of the states, under the authority reserved to the states in Article V of the United States Constitution, limited to proposing amendments to the Constitution of the United States to repeal the Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution authorizing Congress to lay and collect taxes on income.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR10/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=10&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2086363,"bill_number":"HB4592","title":"Relating to college campus safety","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify school safety mapping data to include colleges and universities.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4592/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4592&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086365,"bill_number":"HCR6","title":"Affirming the sovereign right of the State of West Virginia to nullify un-Constitutional Acts","description":"Affirming the sovereign right of the State of West Virginia to nullify un-Constitutional Acts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR6/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=6&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2086366,"bill_number":"HB4576","title":"Relating to the makeup of the State Police Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations Unit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide retired State Police officers the ability to be reemployed with the Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations Unit and update the makeup of the unit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4576/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4576&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086368,"bill_number":"SB530","title":"Relating to Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations Unit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an expanded WVSP Unit specifically utilized for investigation of child abuse and neglect cases.The bill has been recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB530/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=530&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086369,"bill_number":"SB537","title":"Creating Closed Captioning Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the Closed Captioning Act. The bill requires public places that have televisions for use by the public to have at least one half of those televisions to have their closed captioning feature activated at all times. The bill creates an exception. The bill defines terms, and establishes an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB537/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=537&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086371,"bill_number":"HB4591","title":"To recognize School Athletic Directors who have achieved a nationally recognized professional certification through the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).","description":"The purpose of this bill is to recognize School Athletic Directors who have achieved a nationally recognized professional certification through the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4591/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4591&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086374,"bill_number":"SB517","title":"Clarifying deadlines for autopsy reports","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify deadlines for autopsy reports.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB517/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=517&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2086379,"bill_number":"SB544","title":"Relating to temporary increase in payment to kinship parent","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a kinship parent be paid a subsidy equal to that of a foster parent in specified circumstances and set forth the timeframe for such payment.The bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB544/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=544&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086382,"bill_number":"HJR19","title":"Relating to permitting excess levies or increases in maximum rates limited exclusively to fire protection and emergency medical services","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to allow excess levies or increases in maximum rates limited exclusively to fire protection and emergency medical services to be approved by a simple majority (50% + 1), while retaining the current sixty percent voter approval requirement for all other levies and increases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR19/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=19&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2086383,"bill_number":"SR8","title":"Congratulating Anthony “Tony” Deal on being named Agent of Year","description":"Congratulating Anthony “Tony” Deal on being named Agent of Year","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR8/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=8&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2086386,"bill_number":"HJR23","title":"Relating to removing language prohibiting sheriffs from serving more than two consecutive terms","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to remove term limits for sheriffs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR23/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=23&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2086387,"bill_number":"SB532","title":"Relating to certified public accountants","description":"The purpose of this bill to update the provisions governing the education, examination and experience requirements for certified public accountants and to clarify substantial equivalency practice privileges and the issuance of certificates to out-of-state applicants/practitioners.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB532/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=532&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2086389,"bill_number":"HB4582","title":"Related to the authority of sheriff’s commission for collection of taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the allowable commission for tax collection by the sheriff.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4582/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4582&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2086391,"bill_number":"SB538","title":"Increasing compensation for panel attorneys","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation for panel attorneys of the Public Defender Services; and requiring Public Defender Services to annually provide a report to certain state agencies summarizing legal services that are being provided by the submission of a voucher by panel attorneys serving as guardians ad litem in state courts. This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB538/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=538&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086396,"bill_number":"SB540","title":"Relating to audio recording during CPS investigation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require local child protective workers to use body worn camera while conducting abuse and neglect investigations.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB540/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=540&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086398,"bill_number":"SB521","title":"Developing and implementing statewide prevention plan","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a prevention plan.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB521/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=521&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086400,"bill_number":"SB516","title":"Increasing state minimum salary for teachers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a minimum salary of $50,000 for teachers and providing at least a $2,000 salary increase for all teachers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB516/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=516&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2086402,"bill_number":"HB4611","title":"Creating the Hope to Help Community Schools Act of 2026.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the Hope to Help Community Schools Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4611/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4611&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2086406,"bill_number":"HB4616","title":"Relating to the imposition of a time limitation on disposition decisions in child abuse and neglect proceedings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the court to issue a disposition decision within 12 months of ratification of the initial petition.The bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4616/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4616&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086407,"bill_number":"HB4578","title":"To provide more local control over educational decisionmaking, differentiation of funding for counties, and to address operational efficiencies within education.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide more local control over educational decisionmaking, differentiation of funding for counties, and to address operational efficiencies within education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4578/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4578&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2086410,"bill_number":"HB4621","title":"Relating to requiring the circuit court to make certain designated findings of fact and conclusions of law in its juvenile child abuse and neglect orders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the West Virginia Code in relation to juvenile abuse and neglect proceedings to require that circuit courts make certain findings of fact and conclusions of law as it relates to the court's orders.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4621/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4621&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086412,"bill_number":"HB4561","title":"Clarifying the sheriff’s authority to hire within their office.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify a sheriff's authority to hire within their own office.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4561/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4561&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086414,"bill_number":"HB4583","title":"Victims of Communism Day","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish November 7 of each year as \"Victims of Communism Day\", to be observed in the public schools of this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4583/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4583&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2086415,"bill_number":"HB4552","title":"Relating to the law-enforcement powers of correctional officers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the law-enforcement authority of correctional officers of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4552/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4552&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086417,"bill_number":"HCR5","title":"Disband the Federal Bureau of Investigation and other politicized intelligence and law enforcement agencies","description":"Disband the Federal Bureau of Investigation and other politicized intelligence and law enforcement agencies","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR5/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=5&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2086419,"bill_number":"SB535","title":"Imposing one-year moratorium on approval of certain public utility rate increases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to impose a one-year moratorium on utility rate increases pending a study on reducing utility rates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB535/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=535&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2086420,"bill_number":"SB539","title":"Relating to abuse and neglect cases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation of all panel attorneys and guardians ad litem. The bill also creates an assistant guardian ad litem position and outlines what language is required in juvenile abuse and neglect case orders.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB539/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=539&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086425,"bill_number":"HB4567","title":"To require that all in person and online Vape and vape products require an ID scan, similarly to prescription controlled substances and certain cold medicines.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the sale of vapes and vape products to underage children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4567/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4567&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2086426,"bill_number":"SB543","title":"Requiring Bureau for Social Services to file legislative rule","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Bureau of Social Service to file its policy manual as a legislative rule.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB543/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=543&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086432,"bill_number":"HB4615","title":"Relating to public drinking water storage tanks","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Public Water Supply Reform Act of 2026. The bill provides for definitions. The bill creates a water level status plan for aboveground water storage tanks. The bill provides for transparency. Finally, the bill ensures public service district communication.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4615/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4615&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2086433,"bill_number":"HB4619","title":"Relating to the creation of a special revenue account to expand in-state residential treatment capacity for children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a special revenue account, the Residential Treatment Capacity Expansion Fund, to support the recruitment, development, and expansion of in-state residential treatment providers for children. The fund may be used for provider incentives, facility development, transition services for children currently placed out of state, and other activities that increase West Virginia's residential treatment capacity.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4619/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4619&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086436,"bill_number":"HJR18","title":"Amending the Constitution to prohibit persons not United States citizens from voting in any election held within this state","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend section 1, article IV of the West Virginia Constitution, to prohibit non-citizens from voting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR18/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=18&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2086438,"bill_number":"HB4586","title":"Relating to government procurement of electric vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit governmental entities and spending units of the state of West Virginia from procuring electric vehicles and prohibiting government contracts procuring electric vehicles that may have been made in whole or in part through forced labor; set remedies and penalties for manufacturers; and provide an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4586/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4586&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2086439,"bill_number":"SB536","title":"Relating to qualifications for serving on certain academic boards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow members of institutional boards of governors to serve on the state Professional Charter School Board if otherwise qualified and to permit appointed members of the Professional Charter School Board to be appointed as lay members of institutional boards of governors if otherwise qualified.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB536/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=536&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2086441,"bill_number":"HCR11","title":"To require that all United States Congressional Representatives, United States Senators, federal judges, and cabinet secretaries be natural born United States citizens.","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to apply to and urge Congress call a convention of the states, under the authority reserved to the states in Article V of the United States Constitution, limited to proposing amendments to the Constitution of the United States to require that persons elected to the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate be natural born citizens of the United States with sole and exclusive United States citizenship; to require that persons nominated by the President as federal judges under Article III of the Constitution of the United Staes be natural born citizens of the United States with sole and exclusive United States citizenship; and to require that persons appointed by the President as Cabinet Secretaries be natural born citizens of the United States with sole and exclusive United States Citizenship.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR11/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=11&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2086449,"bill_number":"SB524","title":"Relating to monthly status meetings of county entities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a structured monthly forum in each county to review the status of the Bureau of Social Services, address inter-agency concerns, and improve coordinated responses to child abuse and neglect.The bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB524/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=524&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086451,"bill_number":"HB4573","title":"Foster Youth Post-Secondary Transition Awareness Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure West Virginia students with current or former foster care experience receive clear, consistent information about education, job training, housing, healthcare, and independent-living support before graduating high school.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4573/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4573&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2086452,"bill_number":"HB4560","title":"Move marina gas tax proceeds to DNR Law enforcement division","description":"The purpose of this bill is to have the proceeds of fuel purchased at marinas and boat docks in this state be directed to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4560/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4560&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086455,"bill_number":"HB4590","title":"Awarding attorneys fees to prevailing party in eminent domain proceeding","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a prevailing private property owner in an eminent domain proceeding to recover reasonable costs and attorney's fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4590/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4590&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2086457,"bill_number":"HB4597","title":"Increasing Homestead Exemption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to incrementally increase the homestead exemption over a period of time.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4597/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4597&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2086459,"bill_number":"HCR12","title":"Constitutional Amendment establishing the United States Supreme Court as 9 Justices","description":"Constitutional Amendment establishing the United States Supreme Court as 9 Justices","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR12/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=12&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2086466,"bill_number":"SB529","title":"Requiring Department of Human Services to establish pilot program to contract for supplemental caseworker aide services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a pilot program to support caseworker administrative tasks with technology and human caseworker aide services to increase the number, frequency and timeliness of caseworker interactions with children and families served by caseworkers within the Department of Human Services.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB529/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=529&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086467,"bill_number":"HB4564","title":"Increasing the Homestead Property Tax Exemption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the Homestead Property Tax Exemption from $20,000 to $40,000.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4564/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4564&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086471,"bill_number":"HCR8","title":"West Virginia has standing in matters relating to issues that impact the People of West Virginia","description":"West Virginia has standing in matters relating to issues that impact the People of West Virginia","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR8/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=8&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2086472,"bill_number":"HB4581","title":"Relating to monthly status meeting of county entities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a structured monthly forum in each county to review the status of the Bureau of Social Services, address inter-agency concerns, and improve coordinated responses to child abuse and neglect.The bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4581/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4581&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086474,"bill_number":"HB4596","title":"Prohibiting subdivisions and local entities from adopting policies that prohibit or restrict cooperation with federal immigration law enforcement.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit subdivisions and local entities from adopting policies that prohibit or restrict cooperation with federal immigration law enforcement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4596/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4596&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2086476,"bill_number":"SB510","title":"Using criminal records as disqualification from practicing particular professions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the use of criminal records in determinations to allow an individual to practice a profession or occupation, by a board, authority, or other agency authorized to issue licenses, certifications, registrations, or other authorizations to engage in a particular profession or occupation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Workforce","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Workforce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB510/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=510&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2086477,"bill_number":"HB4565","title":"Exempt those with 25 years holding an insurance license from attaining additional CEUs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt persons who have held an insurance license for 20 years or more from the requirement to attend continuing education courses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4565/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4565&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086481,"bill_number":"HB4594","title":"Reorganization of the Executive branch","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a single cabinet-level Department of Workforce Services consolidating employment, rehabilitation, adult literacy, and public assistance work requirements (including the 80-hour federal Medicaid mandate) into one body effective July 1, 2027.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4594/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4594&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2086483,"bill_number":"SB527","title":"Creating process of obtaining and adjudicating pre-adjudicatory alternative disposition","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the process of obtaining and adjudicating a pre-adjudicatory alternative disposition.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB527/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=527&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086485,"bill_number":"HCR7","title":"Making October 14th a day of remembrance in WV for Charlie Kirk","description":"Making October 14th a day of remembrance in WV for Charlie Kirk","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR7/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=7&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2086486,"bill_number":"HB4609","title":"Allowing Magistrates under certain circumstances to be able to order a mental evaluation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow magistrates, under certain circumstances, to order mental evaluations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4609/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4609&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086490,"bill_number":"HB4579","title":"Relating to body-worn cameras","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require local child protective workers to use body worn camera while conducting abuse and neglect investigations.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4579/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4579&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086493,"bill_number":"HB4607","title":"Relating to standards of private schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure equal treatment of private and parochial schools for school building construction.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4607/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4607&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086494,"bill_number":"HB4568","title":"Clarifying abuse of process","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit service of process in Family Court and civil actions.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4568/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4568&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2086501,"bill_number":"SB545","title":"Creating special revenue account to expand in-state residential treatment capacity for children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a special revenue account, the Residential Treatment Capacity Expansion Fund, to support the recruitment, development, and expansion of in-state residential treatment providers for children. The fund may be used for provider incentives, facility development, transition services for children currently placed out of state, and other activities that increase West Virginia's residential treatment capacity.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB545/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=545&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086502,"bill_number":"HB4577","title":"Relating to driver’s licenses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a reciprocity agreement with the Republic of Ireland for driver licenses.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4577/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4577&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086504,"bill_number":"HB4603","title":"Relating to the creation of the process of obtaining and adjudicating a pre-adjudicatory alternative disposition","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the process of obtaining and adjudicating a pre-adjudicatory alternative disposition.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4603/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4603&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086506,"bill_number":"HB4598","title":"Change Audit Log for annual subscription with Secretary of State","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the voter list information for noncommercial use by requiring the inclusion of change audit data as part of the information provided in the voter lists for the election cycle subscription service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4598/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4598&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2086507,"bill_number":"HB4614","title":"Relating to statewide prevention plan.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to develop and implement a prevention plan.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4614/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4614&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086510,"bill_number":"HB4610","title":"Safeguard the Right-To-Try Cutting-Edge Medicine Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit access to individualized treatments for eligible patients.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4610/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4610&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086511,"bill_number":"HB4558","title":"Create mechanism for towing companies in WV to quickly access owner information.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide tow companies access to driver registration information on demand and at any hour.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4558/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4558&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086513,"bill_number":"HB4606","title":"Relating to the meaning of residence for the purpose of bail","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that judicial officers consider the residency status of a person charged with a criminal violation in determining bail and conditions of pretrial release.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4606/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4606&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086518,"bill_number":"HB4585","title":"Relating to the Volunteer Firefighter Tax Credit Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify eligibility for volunteer firefighters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4585/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4585&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2086521,"bill_number":"HB4584","title":"Market pay for Teachers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance pay for teachers; provide for market pay enhancement for teacher salaries in certain circumstances; provide for certification to the State Auditor; set out distribution of funds; require reporting; make funds subject to personal income tax; providing funds are in excess of minimum salary schedule; make enhancement not subject to state grievance process; and provide for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4584/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4584&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2086523,"bill_number":"HB4569","title":"Updating law regarding prior authorizations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit prior authorization forms to be submitted via fax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4569/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4569&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dave Foggin"},
{"bill_id":2086524,"bill_number":"SB525","title":"Establishing pilot program for use of mobile devices in child abuse and neglect investigations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a pilot project to evaluate the effectiveness of the usage of a mobile device interface for CPS investigations reporting is required. This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB525/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=525&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086526,"bill_number":"HB4618","title":"Relating to the temporary payment to a kinship parent of a subsidy equal to that of a foster parent.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a kinship parent be paid a subsidy equal to that of a foster parent in specified circumstances and set forth the timeframe for such payment.The bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4618/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4618&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086527,"bill_number":"HB4601","title":"Relating to the Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations Unit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an expanded WVSP Unit specifically utilized for investigation of child abuse and neglect cases.The bill has been recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4601/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4601&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086531,"bill_number":"SB528","title":"Designating permanent daylight saving time as official time of state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to designate daylight saving time is the official time of the state if Congress enacts legislation to recognize daylight saving time year round.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB528/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=528&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2086533,"bill_number":"HB4599","title":"Relating to the WV Cares background check variance process","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the West Virginia Clearance for Access: Registry and Employment Screening Act (\"WV Cares\") background check variance process.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4599/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4599&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086535,"bill_number":"HB4551","title":"West Virginia Safe Trucking Act 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Safe Trucking Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4551/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4551&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086537,"bill_number":"SB542","title":"Imposing time limitation on disposition decision in child abuse and neglect proceedings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the court to issue a disposition decision within 12 months of ratification of the initial petition.The bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB542/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=542&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086538,"bill_number":"HB4613","title":"The State Resiliency Office","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the frequency that the State Resiliency Officer updates the Flood Resiliency Plan, add reporting requirements, and require the State Resiliency Officer to report to certain legislative committees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4613/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4613&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2086540,"bill_number":"HB4553","title":"To create a tuition reimbursement program for Corrections employees.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tuition reimbursement for corrections workers in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4553/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4553&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086544,"bill_number":"HB4572","title":"Rural School Flexibility & Innovation Pilot Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Rural School Flexibility & Innovation Pilot Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4572/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4572&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2086550,"bill_number":"HB4555","title":"Eliminate sales tax on tax preparation services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt tax preparation services from consumer sales and service tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4555/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4555&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2086552,"bill_number":"HB4588","title":"Relating to participating in the federal tax credit scholarship program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the State Treasurer to participate in the federal tax credit scholarship program; and to identify qualified scholarship organizations and schools.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4588/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4588&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086553,"bill_number":"SB533","title":"Relating to disaffiliation from religious denominations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to relates to disaffiliation from religious denominations and generally relates to property of religious organizations; requires a two-thirds vote of the membership for disaffiliation; establishes classes of property for purposes of disaffiliation; treats each separately deeded parcel of real property as a distinct unit for Class A purposes; provides that a local religious organization that disaffiliates from a parent religious denomination or conference may retain ownership of each parcel of real property (Class A) if more than 50 percent of the costs for acquiring and improving that specific parcel were raised locally by or from the organization, subject to reimbursement of investments made by the parent religious denomination or conference; provides for ownership of chattel and personal property (Class B) based on the purchaser; provides for pro rata ownership of intangible property (Class C) based on sources of funds over a two-year lookback period; provides a catch-all provision for classification of property by a court, mediator, or arbitrator; establishes a burden of proof on the parent religious denomination or conference; requires the parent religious denomination or conference to provide accounting within a specified timeline; and provides for severability and application to affiliations entered into or reaffirmed on or after the effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB533/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=533&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2086555,"bill_number":"SB514","title":"Prohibiting geoengineering activities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ban geoengineering activities in this state and provide for penalties for engaging in such activities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB514/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=514&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2086557,"bill_number":"SB526","title":"Relating to PEIA Cost Sharing Provisions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify PEIA's cost sharing provisions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB526/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=526&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2086560,"bill_number":"HB4580","title":"Relating to the establishment of a pilot program for the use of mobile devices in child abuse and neglect investigations.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require pilot project to evaluate the effectiveness of the usage of a mobile device interface for CPS investigations, reporting is required. This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4580/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4580&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086561,"bill_number":"HB4608","title":"School Board Election Date Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the School Board Election Date Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4608/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4608&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086563,"bill_number":"HR3","title":"Requesting an inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic","description":"Requesting an inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR3/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=3&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2086566,"bill_number":"HB4595","title":"Approving short-term training programs for eligibility for federal Workforce Pell Grants","description":"The purpose of this bill is approval of short-term training programs for eligibility for federal Workforce Pell Grants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4595/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4595&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086568,"bill_number":"HCR4","title":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Technology & Infrastructure to establish a Genesis Working Group to coordinate statewide planning for artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, digital infrastructure, and energy-based economic development","description":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Technology & Infrastructure to establish a Genesis Working Group to coordinate statewide planning for artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, digital infrastructure, and energy-based economic development","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR4/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=4&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2086574,"bill_number":"HB4556","title":"Eliminate net metering in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate net metering of public utilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4556/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4556&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086575,"bill_number":"HB4620","title":"Relating to clothing and necessity allowance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth requirements for foster child clothing allowances.This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4620/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4620&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2086577,"bill_number":"SB534","title":"Relating to Kratom Consumer Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Kratom Consumer Protection Act and establish the Kratom Consumer Protection Fund under the jurisdiction of the Tax Department.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB534/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=534&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086578,"bill_number":"HB4605","title":"Relating to modifying the school aid formula to provide more support for schools under certain circumstances.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the school aid formula to provide more support for schools under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4605/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4605&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2086581,"bill_number":"HB4563","title":"Require EZ Pass transponder be registered to person, not vehicle","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require EZ-Passes to be assigned to individual drivers and not automobiles.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"On 2nd reading, referred to Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4563/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4563&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2086583,"bill_number":"HB4589","title":"Clarifying that the time limitations provided for filing occupational pneumoconiosis claims do not apply or otherwise limit the ability of a claimant to obtain an evaluation from the Occupational Pneumoconiosis Board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the time limitations provided for filing occupational pneumoconiosis claims in this section does not apply to or otherwise limit the ability of a claimant to obtain an evaluation from the Occupational Pneumoconiosis Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4589/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4589&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2086585,"bill_number":"SB513","title":"Requiring courts to interpret statutes and regulations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require courts and administrative officers to interpret statutes, regulations, and regulatory documents anew and not defer to the agency's interpretation of the rule or statute.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB513/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=513&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2086587,"bill_number":"HB4600","title":"Require all ballots for primary and general elections be received not later than the close of the polls on election day.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require absentee ballots mailed in to be received by 8:00 p.m. on the day of the election to be counted.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4600/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4600&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2086588,"bill_number":"SB512","title":"Relating to cost-sharing calculations on behalf of insured persons","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the administration of cost-sharing calculations on behalf of an insured.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB512/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=512&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2086590,"bill_number":"HJR20","title":"Relating to the Holy Bible","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to recognize the Holy Bible as a Foundational Text in the State of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR20/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=20&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2086591,"bill_number":"SB511","title":"Imposing time limitations on disposition decisions in abuse and neglect proceedings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require courts to render a disposition decision in an abuse and neglect proceeding no later than 12 months after the date of the initial ratification of the petition.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB511/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=511&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2086593,"bill_number":"HCR9","title":"To repeal the 17th amendment to the U.S. Constitution","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to apply to and urge Congress call a convention of the states, under the authority reserved to the states in Article V of the United States Constitution, limited to proposing amendments to the Constitution of the United States to repeal the Seventeenth Amendment to the United States Constitution requiring the popular election of senators.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR9/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=9&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2087687,"bill_number":"HB4636","title":"Change the title from Salesperson in State Code to Sales agent for thoses who sell real estate.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to replace \"salesperson\" with \"sales agent\" in the real estate code.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4636/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4636&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2087688,"bill_number":"SB560","title":"Relating to financing and state payments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Financial Accountability Stable Token Act,\" or \"FAST Act,\" for finance and state payments; authorize the use of qualifying stable tokens for payments to state vendors and contractors; establish eligibility and reserve requirements; provide for administration and oversight by the State Treasurer; provide for rulemaking and reporting; and provide for severability.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB560/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=560&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2087690,"bill_number":"HB4704","title":"To exempt daylight fluorescent outer garments from sales","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt daylight fluorescent orange outerwear purchases from sales tax during the first two weeks in November.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4704/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4704&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087695,"bill_number":"SB566","title":"Imposing limit of three terms on elected public officials in state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the number of terms of elected officials to three consecutive terms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB566/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=566&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2087698,"bill_number":"HB4662","title":"Creating additional sentences for convicted inmates who test positive for illegal substances or who are found to be in possession of illegal or controlled substances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the offense of being in possession of drugs or testing positive for drug use while incarcerated, setting penalties for first, second, and subsequent offenses, and mandating testing after three months of incarceration for illegal drugs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4662/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4662&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2087704,"bill_number":"HB4652","title":"Exempts from local taxes and fees for a municipal Utility in which the members are elected","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt construction projects from local taxes and fees for a duly elected municipal utility board, its contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4652/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4652&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2087705,"bill_number":"HB4709","title":"Relating to changing the process of election litigation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to recognize legal standing of the West Virginia Legislature in court actions related to unauthorized changes to election laws and rules; and identify the Legislature as a necessary party.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4709/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4709&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087715,"bill_number":"SB558","title":"Relating to school bus safety violations by vehicle operators","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Protect Our Children at the Bus Stop Act.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB558/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=558&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2087716,"bill_number":"HB4681","title":"To create state civil liability for pharmaceutical companies for vaccine injuries from the Covid 19 vaccines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for pharmaceutical companies to be held liable for injuries resulting from the Covid-19 vaccine.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4681/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4681&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087719,"bill_number":"HB4679","title":"To prohibit counties, towns and municipalities from using taxpayer dollars to hire lobbyists to represent them at the State level","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit counties, towns, and municipalities from using tax money to hire lobbyists to represent the counties, towns, and municipalities at state level.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4679/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4679&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087721,"bill_number":"HB4705","title":"To require a moment of silence at the beginning of school each day in the state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a moment of silence at the beginning of each school day. The bill prevents teachers from being able to discuss the substance of what children engage in during the moment of silence. Finally, the bill encourages parents to discuss with their children the substance of their use of time during the moment of silence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4705/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4705&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2087728,"bill_number":"HB4691","title":"Relating to election integrity","description":"Relating to election integrity","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4691/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4691&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087731,"bill_number":"SR11","title":"Congratulating State Government Affairs Council on its 50th anniversary","description":"Congratulating State Government Affairs Council on its 50th anniversary","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR11/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=11&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2087736,"bill_number":"HB4638","title":"Relating to registration of voters and voluntary registration of organ donors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include an option for persons to indicate their choice to become an organ donor when registering to vote or modifying their voter registration.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4638/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4638&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2087741,"bill_number":"HB4635","title":"To require Public Service Commission to hear requests for rate adjustments from public electrical utilities and issue a recommendation to legislature","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish certain requirements relating to requests for rate adjustments from public electric utilities; limiting the jurisdiction of the Public Service Commission over rate adjustment requests by public utilities to hearing the request and making recommendations to the Legislature; requiring electric utility rate adjustments be approved by the Legislature; and requiring electrical utilities which operate coal fired electrical generation facilities shall maintain an average minimum rate of generation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4635/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4635&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2087748,"bill_number":"HB4672","title":"Relating to access to original birth certificates to adopted adults or their lineal descendants","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to access to original birth certificates to adopted adults or their lineal descendants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4672/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4672&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087750,"bill_number":"HB4653","title":"Changing rates of public utilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the Public Service Commission or any separate water or wastewater utility customers of a self-supporting entity such as a water system or a wastewater system from being subsidized or charged for the costs of the acquisition and/or construction, operation, maintenance, or repair of another non-related water or wastewater system and provide that a water system rates shall not include costs of another wastewater system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4653/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4653&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2087753,"bill_number":"SR10","title":"Recognizing Day of the Bible at Capitol","description":"Recognizing Day of the Bible at Capitol","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR10/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=10&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2087760,"bill_number":"HB4629","title":"Relating to medical cessation treatment and research","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide exemptions for distribution to individuals between the ages of eighteen and twenty-one for the purpose of tobacco cessation and/or research in a sanctioned medically supervised program.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4629/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4629&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2087764,"bill_number":"SB552","title":"Authorizing county boards of education to designate schools as rural anchor schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county boards of education to designate certain schools as \"rural anchor schools\" and to provide for specialized treatment of rural anchor schools under the public school support plan. The bill sets eligibility criteria, specifies funding treatment, provides for the use of funds, and requires reporting by county boards.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB552/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=552&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2087765,"bill_number":"HB4655","title":"Expand the grade level for Laken’s Law","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand \"Laken's Law\" or the instruction about fentanyl, heroin, and opioids awareness, prevention to grades 3-12.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4655/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4655&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2087773,"bill_number":"HB4637","title":"Limit the time Teachers Aides can be pulled from their regular duties to 30 minutes per day.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit how often a teacher's aide may be pulled from his or her regular, expected job duty.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4637/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4637&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2087776,"bill_number":"SB572","title":"Allowing election official trainees to be appointed as election officials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a program allowing election official trainees to be appointed as election officials.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB572/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=572&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2087781,"bill_number":"HB4686","title":"Providing that a hunting license is only required for public land","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a hunting license is only required for public land.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4686/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4686&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087782,"bill_number":"HB4664","title":"Relating to increasing compensation for panel attorneys.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation for panel attorneys of the Public Defender Services; and requiring Public Defender Services to annually provide a report to certain state agencies summarizing legal services that are being provided by the submission of a voucher by panel attorneys serving as guardians ad litem in state courts. This bill was recommended for introduction by the Joint Committee on Children and Families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4664/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4664&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2087790,"bill_number":"SB550","title":"Providing for nonpartisan election of commission members","description":"The purpose of this bill is to have members of the Public Service Commission be elected to six-year terms through statewide, nonpartisan elections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB550/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=550&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2087791,"bill_number":"SR9","title":"Designating January 22, 2026, Tucker County Day at Legislature","description":"Designating January 22, 2026, Tucker County Day at Legislature","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR9/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=9&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2087796,"bill_number":"HB4712","title":"Increasing the criminal penalties for DUI causing death to be known as “Baylea’s Law.”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact Baylea's Law and increase the penalties for DUI causing death.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4712/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4712&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087802,"bill_number":"HB4657","title":"Allow the use of unused employee sick time in retirement calculation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the use of accrued unused sick leave days credited toward retirement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4657/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4657&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2087808,"bill_number":"HB4670","title":"To create a pilot program that would exempt certain counties from provisions of the Education code.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for more special education personnel. The bill establishes the West Virginia Educational Freedom Pilot Act of 2026. The bill provides for a short title. The bill sets forth legislative findings. The bill provides for the enactment of the program. Finally, the bill provides for a reporting mechanism.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4670/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4670&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2087810,"bill_number":"HB4667","title":"relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that hair braiding and threading are not regulated by the West Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists, it further provides that blow-dry styling and makeup application are not regulated, and creates a salon training program allowing licensed salons to employ trainees to cut and color hair and, after 1,000 hours, sit for the hair styling exam.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4667/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4667&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2087816,"bill_number":"HB4700","title":"To require railroad companies to provide alternative entry and exit ways","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require railroad companies to provide an alternative entry and exit way to one road communities when performing maintenance, repairs, and construction as a matter of public health and safety.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4700/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4700&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087821,"bill_number":"SB565","title":"Requiring PEIA and other health insurance providers to provide payment parity for certain services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide payment parity for mental health care delivered by non-physicians for identical services provided by physicians.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB565/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=565&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2087826,"bill_number":"HB4658","title":"To add to the teacher pay scale the increments of Bachelor’s Plus 30 and Master’s Plus 60 and add that amount in the appropriate increment.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add to the teacher pay scale the increments of Bachelor's Plus 30 and Master's Plus 60.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4658/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4658&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2087827,"bill_number":"HB4634","title":"Support for neglected Schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the \"Support for Neglected Schools Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4634/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4634&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2087833,"bill_number":"HB4625","title":"Relating to quit claim deeds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the definitions section of the excise tax on property transfers to add and clarify exemptions and what is a \"person\".","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4625/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4625&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2087837,"bill_number":"HB4701","title":"Relating to the creation of the West Virginia Math & Science Teacher Scholarship Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Math & Science Teacher Scholarship Act. The bill provides for a short title. The bill provides for legislative findings and a purpose. The bill provides for the West Virginia Math & Science Scholarship Program and sets forth the amount of scholarship money to be paid to educators who satisfy the thresholds. The bill sets forth criteria and creates a sunset provision.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4701/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4701&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087841,"bill_number":"HB4663","title":"To repeal the requirement for a special license for a multi-vendor private fair and festival.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the code section relating to special licenses for multi-vendor private fairs and festivals where multiple vendors share liability and responsibility.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4663/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4663&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2087843,"bill_number":"HB4695","title":"To double the criminal penalty for anyone found guilty of sexual assault on a minor","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase penalties related to child sexual assault and sexual abuse; to increase penalties for distributing, possessing, and transporting material depicting a child engaged in sexually explicit conduct; to add attempt as a crime; and to clarify that failure to report sexual assault, sexual abuse, or sexual exploitation of a child is a felony.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4695/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4695&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2087850,"bill_number":"HB4673","title":"To make gold, silver, and crypto currency legal tender in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to recognize gold and silver bullion and specie as legal tender in West Virginia, to authorize the West Virginia Bullion Depository, and to authorize the depository to issue transactional currency backed by gold and silver.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4673/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4673&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087852,"bill_number":"HB4644","title":"Require that County Superintendents of Schools for the Department of Education be West Virginia residents.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that county superintendents of schools be West Virginia residents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4644/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4644&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2087862,"bill_number":"HB4711","title":"Accessory dwelling units","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit municipalities from adopting certain regulations in relation to accessory dwelling units.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4711/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4711&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087865,"bill_number":"HB4708","title":"Clarifying how substitute teachers may serve for extended periods.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the amount of time a substitute teacher holding a restricted substitute teacher permit may teach long term.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4708/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4708&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087868,"bill_number":"SB564","title":"Modifying requirements for volunteer firefighters to qualify for volunteer firefighter tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the amount of volunteer firefighters who can qualify for the volunteer firefighter tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB564/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=564&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2087874,"bill_number":"HB4630","title":"Pedophilia Prosecution Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove language limiting investigations to law enforcement officers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4630/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4630&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2087876,"bill_number":"SB553","title":"Providing for transfer of license to contractor’s qualifying immediate family member","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize certain transfers of a contractor's license to a license holder's immediate family member.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB553/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=553&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2087882,"bill_number":"HB4666","title":"Require medical examiners to review medical and immunization records and document any immunizations or emergency countermeasures given within 90 days before their death","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medical examiners to review medical and immunization records and document any immunizations or emergency countermeasures given within 90 days before their death of any person under age 20 who died unexpectedly and includes penalties for medical examiners who fail to comply with these requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4666/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4666&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2087884,"bill_number":"HB4631","title":"Internet Reliability Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that Internet Service Providers, or \"ISPs\", shall be considered a telecommunications utility for regulatory purposes by the Public Service Commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4631/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4631&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2087887,"bill_number":"HB4659","title":"Transfer oversight of childcare from the Department of Human Services to the Department of Education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer all childcare services from the Department of Human Services to West Virginia Department of Education. The bill provides for the implementation of Early Childhood Education Centers. The bill provides for funding. Finally, the bill provides for certification.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4659/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4659&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2087890,"bill_number":"SB562","title":"Establishing Food Is Medicine Program under Medicaid","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the authorization for Food Is Medicine to be eligible under Medicaid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB562/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=562&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2087897,"bill_number":"HB4645","title":"Institue a 50% reduction in the property tax paid by childcare facilities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce property taxes on day care facilities by 50 percent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4645/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4645&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2087902,"bill_number":"HB4640","title":"Relating to drugs and adding a provision relating to the scheduling of crystalline polymorph psilocybin approved by the Food and Drug Administration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add crystalline polymorph psilocybin in the permitted list of distributed and prescribed drugs, if approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration and scheduled by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"On 1st reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4640/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4640&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2087905,"bill_number":"HB4715","title":"To remove restrictions for supervising physicians for Nurse practitioners or physician assistants in West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to empower qualified physician assistants and certified nurse practitioners to practice without the supervision of a physician.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4715/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4715&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2087910,"bill_number":"HB4682","title":"Fourth Amendment Restoration Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit law-enforcement officers and political subdivision officials from utilizing, implementing, adopting, or continuing the use of certain specified surveillance and artificial intelligence technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4682/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4682&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087915,"bill_number":"HB4707","title":"Modifying compulsory housing for hotels and motels","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to hotel and motel housing vouchers programs; prohibiting city or town from requiring hotel or motel participation in housing voucher programs; prohibiting county from requiring hotel or motel participation in housing voucher programs; and prohibiting a housing authority from requiring hotel or motel participation in housing voucher programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4707/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4707&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087919,"bill_number":"HB4633","title":"Enrollment Stabilizer for Budget Planning","description":"The purpose of this bill is provide an enrollment stabilizer mechanism in the Public School Support Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4633/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4633&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2087925,"bill_number":"HB4678","title":"Relating to Constitutional Carry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow those persons 18-20 years of age to be permitted to carry a deadly weapon, as those persons 21 and over are currently permitted to do.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4678/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4678&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087927,"bill_number":"SB556","title":"Modifying priority of insurance coverage for drivers of certain vehicles provided by entities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the priority of insurance coverage for persons operating a vehicle for the purpose of test driving or loaned out by the seller of a vehicle to be consistent with federal law governing insurance coverage for rental vehicles.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB556/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=556&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Martin"},
{"bill_id":2087932,"bill_number":"HB4677","title":"To require a warrant for DNR officials or officers to enter onto any private property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a natural resources officer possess landowner consent or a warrant prior to entering private property and providing exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4677/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4677&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087937,"bill_number":"HB4703","title":"Improving Medicaid access to durable medical equipment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require Medicaid to cover lymphedema compression treatment items and off-the-shelf orthopedic braces.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4703/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4703&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2087942,"bill_number":"HB4669","title":"Disallowing flouride to be added to public water systems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to disallow fluoride from being added to public water systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4669/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4669&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2087944,"bill_number":"HB4676","title":"End open fields doctrine","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the open fields doctrine in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4676/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4676&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087952,"bill_number":"HB4692","title":"Eliminate Governor’s Power for Shutdown","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a full legislative vote regarding all Gubernatorial declarations of a state of preparedness or state of emergency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4692/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4692&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087954,"bill_number":"HB4687","title":"To create the State Bank of West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the State Bank of West Virginia as a state-managed depository for bullion and specie within the State Treasurer's office.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4687/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4687&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087961,"bill_number":"HB4694","title":"To require that when a person’s driver’s license expires, the bar code on the back of the license expires as well.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to deactivate barcodes from expired driver's licenses to prevent businesses from selling alcohol and tobacco products to underage children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4694/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4694&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2087963,"bill_number":"HB4716","title":"To enhance the flexibility, responsiveness, and economic development potential of the Industrial Access Road Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to enhancing the flexibility, responsiveness, and economic development potential of the Industrial Access Road Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4716/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4716&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2087968,"bill_number":"HB4627","title":"Mandate free cancer screenings for professional firefighters.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide free preventative cancer screening for professional firefighters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4627/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4627&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2087974,"bill_number":"HB4650","title":"Modifying the process by which a Defendant is entitled to a trial by jury in municipal court","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that a defendant who may be fined $5,000 or more is entitled to a trial by jury.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4650/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4650&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2087979,"bill_number":"HB4660","title":"To move any remaining sixth grade classifications from elementary schools to middle schools.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reclassify sixth grade from elementary school to middle school.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4660/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4660&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2087981,"bill_number":"SB557","title":"Requiring Child Protective Services workers to wear body-worn cameras","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require local child protective workers to use body worn camera while conducting abuse and neglect investigations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB557/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=557&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2087989,"bill_number":"HB4684","title":"Eliminate all state and county subsidies or tax breaks for solar compounds or wind compounds or other renewable energy corporations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the tax credit for solar, wind, or other renewable energy systems for corporate or other entities. It also provides restrictions for maintaining renewable energy systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4684/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4684&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087991,"bill_number":"HB4714","title":"To create the West Virginia Inmate Litter Cleanup and Rehabilitation Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the participation of inmates in county, regional, and state correctional facilities in litter pickup and public works projects across West Virginia; to provide rehabilitation and vocational incentives for inmate participants; and to enhance public safety, environmental cleanliness, and community engagement without creating new funding obligations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4714/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4714&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2087996,"bill_number":"HB4688","title":"Eliminate the ban on baiting in all counties for all game animals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the ban on baiting in all counties for game animals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4688/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4688&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2087999,"bill_number":"HB4622","title":"Relating to the Office of the Inspector General","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the Office of the Inspector General from the Department of Health, where is it for administrative purposes, and to clarify that the Office of the Inspector General has the ability to conduct performance audits, financial audits, evaluations, and attestations engagements of the Department of Human Services, the Department of Health, and the Department of Health Facilities and their independent contractors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4622/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4622&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2088007,"bill_number":"HB4702","title":"Prohibiting municipal zoning regulations from imposing certain minimum lot sizes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove minimum lot sizes from zoning ordinances.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4702/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4702&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2088010,"bill_number":"HB4706","title":"Establishing a three month time limit for a purchaser of real property to have a deed recorded.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require purchaser of real property to record their deeds within three months of closing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4706/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4706&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2088013,"bill_number":"HB4683","title":"Prevent depletion of groundwater and aquifers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect groundwater and aqueduct supplies from depletion by data center cooling uses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4683/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4683&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2088017,"bill_number":"SB555","title":"Establishing Essential Personnel Bridge Grant Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an Essential Personnel Bridge Grant Program within the West Virginia Department of Education. The bill provides for financial support to county boards of education for certain essential personnel not fully funded by the public school support plan. It establishes grant application procedures, sets award criteria, provides for the use of grant funds, requires reporting, and provides for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB555/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=555&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2088022,"bill_number":"HB4680","title":"Prohibit the shutdown of churches or places of worship","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that protections are in place to protect religious services during a declared state of emergency by the Governor or other declarations by the executive branch that would impose restrictions upon such houses of worship.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4680/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4680&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2088024,"bill_number":"SB567","title":"Prohibiting charging Hope Scholarship students fees for extracurricular program-related services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit a county board or charter school governing board from charging any fees to a Hope Scholarship student for any extracurricular program related services; and modify the academic achievement requirement for Hope Scholarship students choosing an individualized instructional program and choosing to be assessed through a review of the student's academic work.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB567/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=567&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2088030,"bill_number":"SB569","title":"Transparency In Financial Services Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Transparency in Financial Services Act which prohibits a financial institution from discriminating against someone for religion, expressions, or participation in lawful economic activity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB569/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=569&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2088034,"bill_number":"SB570","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Health, fund 8802","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB570/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=570&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2088044,"bill_number":"HB4647","title":"Change the term of the office of sheriff from 4 years to 6 years","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the term of office of sheriff from four years to six years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4647/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4647&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2088046,"bill_number":"SB561","title":"Relating to disaffiliation from religious denominations","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to disaffiliation from religious denominations and generally relates to property of religious organizations; requires a two-thirds vote of the membership for disaffiliation; establishes classes of property for purposes of disaffiliation; treats each separately deeded parcel of real property as a distinct unit for Class A purposes; provides that a local religious organization that disaffiliates from a parent religious denomination or conference may retain ownership of each parcel of real property (Class A) if more than 50 percent of the costs for acquiring and improving that specific parcel were raised locally by or from the organization, subject to reimbursement of investments made by the parent religious denomination or conference; provides for ownership of chattel and personal property (Class B) based on the purchaser; provides for pro rata ownership of intangible property (Class C) based on sources of funds over a two-year lookback period; provides a catch-all provision for classification of property by a court, mediator, or arbitrator; establishes a burden of proof on the parent religious denomination or conference; requires the parent religious denomination or conference to provide accounting within a specified timeline; and provides for severability and application to affiliations entered into or reaffirmed on or after the effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB561/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=561&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2088048,"bill_number":"HB4697","title":"Require that any student in the 11th or 12th grade, who has been placed in a “free/elective/assistant” period, be informed of online college course opportunities available for them","description":"The purpose of this bill is to is to require that any student in the 11th or 12th grade, who has been placed in a \"free\" or \"teacher-assistant\" period or class, be informed of online college course opportunities available for them.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4697/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4697&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2088056,"bill_number":"HB4624","title":"To permit the county commission of each county to lease, rent or to permit the use of a county owned wireless tower or any portion thereof, with exceptions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit county commissions to lease, rent, or permit the use of a county-owned wireless tower or any portions thereof, with exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Homeland Security","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4624/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4624&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2088058,"bill_number":"HB4646","title":"Remote Schools Support Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the Remote Schools Support Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4646/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4646&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2088064,"bill_number":"SB563","title":"Repealing exemptions from Division of Personnel","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal provisions of code that exempt the Department of Transportation, the Tax Division, and the Bureau for Social Services from the Division of Personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB563/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=563&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2088068,"bill_number":"HB4643","title":"Relating to liability shield products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish regulatory oversight for medical, pharmaceutical, biological, or technological liability shield products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4643/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4643&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2088072,"bill_number":"HB4626","title":"Relating to the establishment of a grant program to fund the United States Food and Drug Administration’s drug development trials with ibogaine","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a grant program to fund the United States Food and Drug Administration's drug development trials with ibogaine for the purpose of securing the Administration's approval as a medication for treatment of opioid use disorder, co-occurring substance use disorder, and any other neurological or mental health conditions for which ibogaine demonstrates efficacy.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4626/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4626&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Browning"},
{"bill_id":2088075,"bill_number":"HB4693","title":"To declassify Community and Technical Education (“CTE”) teaching positions to allow for counties to provide additional funding for certain positions.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the declassification of community and technical college positions, as well as trades-based high school instructors providing CTE instruction. The bill permits counties to provide additional funding to these positions, regardless of classification. Finally, the bill continues state funding for these positions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4693/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4693&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2088082,"bill_number":"HB4668","title":"To make any accident involving a driver that is driving on a revoked/suspended license or is driving while unlicensed is automatically at fault for the accident","description":"The purpose of this bill is to hold people who drive illegally at fault when involved in an accident.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4668/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4668&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2088083,"bill_number":"HB4696","title":"Authorize the Department of Environmental Protection to deposit funds granted pursuant to federal programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the Abandoned Mines Lands and Reclamation Act to authorize the deposit of funds granted pursuant to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Safeguarding Treatment for the Restoration of Ecosystems from Abandoned Mines Act into the State of West Virginia's Abandoned Land Reclamation Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/25/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4696/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4696&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"William Anderson"},
{"bill_id":2088089,"bill_number":"HB4690","title":"To repeal obsolete and outdated sections of the Education code.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal obsolete and outdated sections of the Education code.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4690/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4690&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2088091,"bill_number":"SB551","title":"Restoring voting rights to faculty, student, and employee members of institutional boards of governors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore voting rights to faculty, student, and employee members of the state's institutional boards of governors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB551/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=551&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2088101,"bill_number":"HB4685","title":"Relating to Capitol Carry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the West Virginia Code to allow concealed carry on and in Capitol grounds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4685/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4685&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2088102,"bill_number":"HB4689","title":"Relating to allowing localities contiguous to the border of West Virginia to join the state via local elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow admission as part of West Virginia, localities or territories that are contiguous to the borders of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4689/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4689&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2088107,"bill_number":"HB4639","title":"Repeal code relating to inspection of vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to is to repeal the article creating mandatory state inspections of motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4639/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4639&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2088110,"bill_number":"HB4675","title":"Relating to “Rain Tax”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit any governmental entity from charging fees for stormwater, rain, or runoff from real property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4675/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4675&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2088116,"bill_number":"SB571","title":"Relating to WV Rural Health Transformation Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make certain changes consistent with relating to creation of West Virginia's Rural Health Transformation Program and the State of West Virginia's commitments to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB571/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=571&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2088119,"bill_number":"SB554","title":"Establishing enrollment stabilizer mechanism within public school support plan","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a mechanism to smooth year-to-year enrollment fluctuations in county school systems to permit county boards to responsibility responsibly plan for staffing and services. The bill provides for an enrollment stabilizer mechanism within the public school support plan, and for additional enrollment stability protections for rural counties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB554/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=554&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2088122,"bill_number":"SJR16","title":"Constitutional Officer Term Limit Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the constitution to prevent any person from serving in the office of Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer, Commissioner of Agriculture, or Attorney General for more than three consecutive terms beginning after January 1, 2029.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR16/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=16&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2088131,"bill_number":"SB559","title":"Protecting Children from Illegal Vapes Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Protecting Children from Illegal Vapes Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB559/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=559&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2088134,"bill_number":"SB549","title":"Phasing in increase in daily rate of juror pay","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase juror pay from 40 per day to $100 per day.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB549/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=549&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2088135,"bill_number":"HB4642","title":"Relating to establishing the West Virginia Clean Water Act of 2025","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Clean Water Act of 2026 in order to enhance water quality standards, test for and remove various contaminants, and to replace lead service lines within all public water systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4642/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4642&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2088143,"bill_number":"HB4623","title":"Require counties and municipalities to provide public notice for land or building purchases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require counties and municipalities to provide public notice for land or building purchases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4623/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4623&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2088145,"bill_number":"SB568","title":"Creating Oral Health and Cancer Rights Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require health benefit plan coverage for medically necessary dental procedures that result from cancer treatment; create the Oral Health and Cancer Rights Act; explain the scope of procedures covered as a result of certain cancer treatments; require the use of a specific billing identifier; and set an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB568/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=568&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2088148,"bill_number":"HB4665","title":"Relating to pension income of retired law enforcement officers and first responders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the state's modifications for tax reducing federal adjusted gross income to retired out-of-state police, first responders, and other retirees who show the work they performed was in the capacity of Law Enforcement Officer, and/or a First Responder.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4665/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4665&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2088152,"bill_number":"HB4656","title":"Relating to chronic absenteeism","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove truancy as a status offense, shift the absenteeism focus from punitive to preventative, and clarify the statutory provisions and procedures for chronic absenteeism.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"On 2nd reading, rereferred to Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4656/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4656&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Ellington"},
{"bill_id":2088160,"bill_number":"HB4641","title":"Relating to codifying the guidelines for nutritionally adequate school breakfasts and lunches","description":"The purpose of this bill is to codify the guidelines for nutritionally adequate school breakfasts and lunches within Title 7 of the Code of Federal Regulations, as well as the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4641/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4641&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2088164,"bill_number":"HB4632","title":"Right to Keep Bees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the right to keep bees, place limitations on the inspection of apiaries by the Commissioner of Agriculture, and clarify the circumstances under which the Commissioner of Agriculture may quarantine the bees in an apiary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4632/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4632&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2088167,"bill_number":"HB4671","title":"Relating to illegal immigrants","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the punishment of persons with illegal immigration status.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4671/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4671&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2088169,"bill_number":"HB4698","title":"Require adoption awareness material be made available in high school counseling offices","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require all students enrolled in grades 9-12 to be provided with adoption awareness material upon request.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4698/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4698&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2088176,"bill_number":"HB4654","title":"To require that teachers in grades 7 through twelve, who teach classes with more than 30 students in their classes receive an additional $25 per day per student over the 30 student-limit, with exceptions for physical education, band, chorus, strings, theater, dance, and other classes aimed at artistic performance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a pay increase for teachers who have more than 30 students in their classroom, and to provide for an exception.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4654/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4654&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2088178,"bill_number":"HB4649","title":"Amending the duties of a purchaser to secure a deed","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amending duties of a purchaser of property sold by the Auditor for unpaid taxes to secure a deed to include the satisfaction of any municipal lien of record on the property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4649/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4649&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2088181,"bill_number":"HB4699","title":"To create the Substance Abuse Recovery Tax Credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an incentive for employers to hire people who are pursuing a formal program of recovery from substance abuse issues by allowing the employer to claim a tax credit for employing eligible individuals, with limits based upon the employer's total number of employees overall. The bill provides for recapture. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4699/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4699&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2088187,"bill_number":"HB4713","title":"To provide an exemption of taxes on income derived from tips","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt cash tips from West Virginia personal income tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4713/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4713&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2088191,"bill_number":"HB4648","title":"To ensure felonies or violent misdemeanors are not eligible for personal recognizance discharge from jail","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that persons accused of felonies or violent misdemeanors are required to post bond and are not entitled to release on their own recognizance. The bill also provides that the bail threshold for nonviolent felonies be increased and adjusted for inflation beginning July 1, 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4648/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4648&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2088194,"bill_number":"HB4674","title":"Relating to prohibiting the use or sale of abortifacients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use or sale of abortifacients and to enact criminal penalties and permit private causes of action for supplying abortifacients.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4674/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4674&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2088200,"bill_number":"HB4710","title":"Changing the limit on switching parties before filing to run for office from 60 days to 180 days prior to an election.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the time limit on switching parties before the date of filing the announcement from 60 days to 180 days.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4710/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4710&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2088201,"bill_number":"HB4651","title":"Relating to unfair or unconscionable debt collection practices","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the collection of interest or attempts to collect any interest or other charge, fee or expense on a debt when that charge or expense is expressly authorized by either the agreement creating or modifying the obligation or by statute or regulation instead of requiring both the agreement and a statute tor regulation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Courts","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Courts","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4651/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4651&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2088206,"bill_number":"HB4628","title":"Protecting Everyone from Excessive Police Surveillance (PEEPS) Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect citizens from databases created that reveal or contain information that can be used to reveal citizens' or vehicles' historical locations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4628/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4628&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chuck Horst"},
{"bill_id":2088208,"bill_number":"HB4661","title":"Allowing death penalty for intentionally killing law-enforcement officer or first responder in line of duty","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the death penalty in limited circumstances; the bill provides for procedures and standards applicable thereto, and automatic review of the penalty, for commission of murder in the first degree. Procedures for carrying out the death sentence are established.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-21","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4661/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4661&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2089709,"bill_number":"SR13","title":"Designating January 23, 2026, as Dental Hygienists Day at Capitol","description":"Designating January 23, 2026, as Dental Hygienists Day at Capitol","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR13/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=13&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2089715,"bill_number":"HB4717","title":"Supplemental Appropriation for Rural Health Transformation Program","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4717/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4717&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2089722,"bill_number":"SB575","title":"Relating to refusal review hearings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify county prosecuting attorneys' obligations for DMV refusal review hearings.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB575/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=575&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2089726,"bill_number":"HB4740","title":"Statutory Commitments in Rural Health Transformation Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make certain changes consistent with relating to creation of West Virginia's Rural Health Transformation Program and the State of West Virginia's commitments to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/27/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4740/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4740&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2089737,"bill_number":"SB582","title":"Relating to requirements for licensure as mortgage lender or broker","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow another acceptable form of financial statement from mortgage brokers to show adequate net worth in compliance with the licensing statute.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB582/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=582&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2089744,"bill_number":"HB4755","title":"Adding Aggravated Vehicular Homicide to the list of qualifying offenses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create enhanced sentencing for repeat offenders of aggravated vehicular homicide, driving under the influence causing serious bodily injury, and third offense driving under the influence.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4755/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4755&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2089751,"bill_number":"SR12","title":"Recognizing January as Human Trafficking Awareness month","description":"Recognizing January as Human Trafficking Awareness month","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR12/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=12&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2089757,"bill_number":"SB584","title":"Decreasing service period for notice of tax lien sales","description":"The purpose of this bill is to decrease the service period for notice of tax lien sales; and to decrease the statute of limitations for an action to set aside a deed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB584/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=584&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2089765,"bill_number":"HB4732","title":"Relating to zoning ordinances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise municipal zoning laws to allow for accessory dwelling units; require municipalities to adopt certain regulations in relation to accessory dwelling units; prohibit certain regulations in relation to accessory dwelling units; allow a municipality to charge a fee to review applications to create accessory dwelling units; and establish zoning regulation criteria and guidelines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4732/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4732&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089774,"bill_number":"HJR25","title":"Constitutional amendment to make the state superintendent of schools, a constitutional officer position, elected by the people","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to provide for the election of the West Virginia Superintendent of Free Schools in the General Election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR25/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=25&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2089781,"bill_number":"SB577","title":"Relating to electric and natural gas utility rate increases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a one-year moratorium on electric and natural gas utility rate increases in West Virginia. The bill provides legislative findings, directs the Public Service Commission to implement the one-year moratorium, provides for exceptions to the moratorium for approving emergency rate increases, and requires a legislative interim study of electric and natural gas rate increases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB577/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=577&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2089785,"bill_number":"HB4728","title":"To require motorists traveling 10 mph or more below the speed limit to activate hazard lights.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the use of hazard lights on cars when the automobile is traveling at more than ten miles below the posted speed limit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4728/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4728&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2089795,"bill_number":"HB4733","title":"To mandate coverage for breastfeeding and lactation consultant services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to mandate coverage for breastfeeding and lactation consultant services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4733/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4733&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089802,"bill_number":"HB4754","title":"Prohibiting municipal zoning regulations from imposing certain minimum lot sizes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove minimum lot sizes from zoning ordinances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4754/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4754&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089809,"bill_number":"HB4745","title":"Relating to electric rates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit an increase in West Virginia electric rate payers for power transmission lines to be built to export electricity to another state. Power that is exported to a neighboring state will be absorbed by that particular state's rate payers or the industry that will ultimately use the electric power.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4745/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4745&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2089815,"bill_number":"HB4760","title":"Requiring insurance to cover certain nutrition and dietary needs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to improve health, reduce health care usage and costs and help prevent disease through nutritional wellness and prevention measures and allow for nonpharmacological alternatives to enrollees who choose them. The bill requires that health insurance policies provide coverage for nutritional wellness and prevention that is shown to be beneficial to the enrollee and recommended by the enrollee's physician.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4760/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4760&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2089824,"bill_number":"HB4719","title":"To eliminate the process of vehicle inspection in West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the article creating mandatory state inspections of motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4719/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4719&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2089829,"bill_number":"HB4735","title":"Creating Corporate Anti-Subsidy Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Corporate Anti-Subsidy Act. The bill permits West Virginia to enter into the \"Interstate Compact Agreement Prohibiting Company-Specific Subsidies.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4735/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4735&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089835,"bill_number":"HB4762","title":"Providing veterinarian and veterinary technician reciprocity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide reciprocity for licensed veterinarians and veterinary technicians who are licensed and in good standing in other states and offer specialized and temporary licensures to foreign graduates through PAVE and ECFVG, and to permit recent graduates to have a temporary license to practice under supervision while awaiting licensure completion.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4762/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4762&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2089841,"bill_number":"HB4743","title":"Relating generally to asphalt grindings or millings from any WVDOH Right of Way","description":"Relating generally to asphalt grindings or millings from any WVDOH Right of Way","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4743/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4743&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2089849,"bill_number":"HB4723","title":"Make it illegal to operate a “squatted” vehicle on West Virginia roads.","description":"The purpose of this bill is prohibit the operation of a squatted vehicle in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4723/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4723&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2089858,"bill_number":"HB4757","title":"Establishing privacy regarding medical treatments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish privacy regarding medical treatment and to prohibit mandatory medical treatments unless the manufacturer of the medical product is liable for any death or serious injury caused by the medical product.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4757/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4757&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jim Butler"},
{"bill_id":2089864,"bill_number":"HB4750","title":"Clarifying where convicted sex offenders may reside.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit sex offenders from residing near schools and similarly situated facilities. The bill also provides for exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4750/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4750&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2089871,"bill_number":"SB576","title":"Relating to powers and duties of Secretary of Department of Health Facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of Department of Health Facilities to continue operating state-owned health facilities and to otherwise prohibit the department's sale or divestment of the operations of, or the real estate related to, Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital, Welch Community Hospital, or William R. Sharpe Jr. Hospital, without approval of the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB576/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=576&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2089877,"bill_number":"HB4734","title":"Sales Tax Exemption for Certain Hygiene and Infant Products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from sales tax certain infant products and hygiene products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4734/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4734&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089887,"bill_number":"HB4720","title":"Creating Sustaining Opportunities for Academics in Rural Schools Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Sustaining Opportunities for Academics in Rural (\"SOAR\") Schools Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4720/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4720&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2089891,"bill_number":"HB4725","title":"Clarifying the disposition of animal subject to animal cruelty treatment.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the disposition of animals subject to cruel treatment.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4725/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4725&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2089901,"bill_number":"SB578","title":"Relating to consumer protection and new motor vehicle warranties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide protections for new motor vehicles not conforming to express warranties apply to all portions of new motor homes that are covered by those warranties","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB578/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=578&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2089908,"bill_number":"SB579","title":"Improving school district efficiency","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a county board to exempt itself and all noncharter public schools under its jurisdiction from all statutes and rules as provided for public charter schools; require any county board making such an election to engage an external auditor to perform an independent audit of the county's finances once every three years; and limit the county board's annual cost for the salaries of administrators to not more than six percent of the overall total annual budget of the county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB579/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=579&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2089917,"bill_number":"HB4738","title":"County authority to impose a vacancy tax","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the ability of the county authority to impose a vacancy tax on vacant or mostly vacant structures. The bill provides for a legislative purpose. The bill grants authority. The bill provides for definitions. The bill provides for the imposition of a vacancy tax. The bill provides for notice and appeal. The bill provides for collection and lien. The bill creates exemptions. Finally, the bill provides rulemaking authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4738/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4738&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089922,"bill_number":"HB4739","title":"Junk Fee Prevention Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Junk Fee Prevention Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4739/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4739&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089934,"bill_number":"HB4736","title":"Repealing the wine and liquor operating fund and operations fee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the section of the code that established the Wine and Liquor Operations Fund and operations fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4736/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4736&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089939,"bill_number":"HB4761","title":"Raise the Penalties for Murder and attempted Murder","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the sentence and parole eligibility for the crimes of murder in the second degree; modifying the parole eligibility for inmates serving life sentences and those who have been convicted of first degree murder; and modifying eligibility for attempted crimes of murder in the first and second degree, and allowing the victim's family and prosecutor to attend the parole hearings in person or remotely.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4761/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4761&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2089944,"bill_number":"HB4742","title":"Creating a poster providing contact information and resource information on veteran benefits and services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create and display posters with veteran information and resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4742/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4742&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2089953,"bill_number":"HB4753","title":"Prohibit public utilities from making political or charitable contributions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit public utilities from making contributions to political candidates or campaigns, political action committees, groups that can make contributions from funds derived from rate payers to political candidates, campaigns, or political action committees; creating criminal offense and penalties for violation; and prohibiting charitable contributions by public utilities to charitable organizations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4753/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4753&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2089958,"bill_number":"SB581","title":"Eliminating requirement that commissioner approve joint account forms used by banking institutions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the requirement that the commissioner of financial institutions approve forms used by financial institutions.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB581/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=581&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2089968,"bill_number":"HB4741","title":"To require operators of gas and oil wells to withhold royalty taxes due from the lease holder and remit said withholdings to the appropriate County Tax Office.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require lessees of West Virginia real estate who make natural resources royalty payments to withhold West Virginia personal income tax on natural resources royalty payments and provides exceptions, penalties, defines terms, and grants rulemaking authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4741/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4741&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2089972,"bill_number":"HB4748","title":"Relating to creating a digital wallet to collect and organize learning and employment records","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a digital wallet for certifications and licensures.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4748/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4748&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2089984,"bill_number":"HB4763","title":"Relating generally to “Flagger Ahead” signs and flaggers on public roads in the State of West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create expectations for the removal of \"flagger ahead\" signs on WV roadways.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4763/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4763&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2089988,"bill_number":"SB574","title":"Relating to bank merger by interstate branching","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide clarity regarding the attestation submitted in response to an interstate bank merger.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB574/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=574&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2089996,"bill_number":"HB4746","title":"Relating to establishment of the First Amendment Preservation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prevent the state or its agencies from contracting with advertising agencies that utilize the services of misinformation or disinformation media monitoring organizations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4746/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4746&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2090002,"bill_number":"HB4726","title":"Housing assistance for children aging out of foster care system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the department prioritize housing applications for foster children who have turned 18 years of age and are transitioning from foster care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4726/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4726&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2090012,"bill_number":"HB4721","title":"Relating to drugs and adding a provision relating to the scheduling of crystalline polymorph psilocybin approved by the Food and Drug Administration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add a provision in Schedule I drugs relating to the scheduling of crystalline polymorph psilocybin, if approved by the Food and Drug Administration and the Drug Enforcement Administration, and declare that will be lawful to prescribe, distribute and market this drug.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4721/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4721&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2090021,"bill_number":"SB573","title":"Relating to requirements for disclosures and recordkeeping by persons making mortgage loans","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that a separate state closing disclosure is not required if appropriate federal closing disclosures are provided to borrowers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB573/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=573&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2090026,"bill_number":"HB4737","title":"Relating to municipal regulation of stairway requirements in certain apartment buildings.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize a municipality to regulate apartment buildings' stairway requirements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4737/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4737&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2090032,"bill_number":"HB4747","title":"Creating the Certified Professional Midwife Licensing and Regulation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Certified Professional Midwife Licensing and Regulation Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4747/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4747&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2090040,"bill_number":"HB4749","title":"Relating to adding requirements to the foster child bill of rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to guarantee that foster children age 13 and older are notified of and supported in attending court hearings that affect them, with counsel present and an explanation of the outcome provided afterward.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-13","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/13/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4749/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4749&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2090049,"bill_number":"HB4751","title":"Relating to the time and place of holding primary elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the date for the primary election for the office of the President of United States.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4751/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4751&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2090053,"bill_number":"HB4759","title":"Modifing the rules for transferring students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify rulemaking authority of the West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission; require that certain rules be modified and allowing the commission to pull the coaching credentials of any coach found guilty of illegally recruiting student athletes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4759/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4759&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2090061,"bill_number":"HB4727","title":"To provide a 25% pay increase for state teachers (all salary scales)","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a 25% pay increase for state teachers across all salary scales.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4727/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4727&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2090071,"bill_number":"HB4731","title":"Relating to establishing the By-Right Housing Development Act to streamline the approval process for development when that proposed development meets all the rules for such development in","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a By-Right Development Act, which would establish a by-right housing development act to streamline the approval process for development when that proposed development meets all the rules for such development in a given community.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4731/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4731&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2090078,"bill_number":"HB4729","title":"To require the Secretary of the State’s Office to issue Tax ID numbers when registering a business in lieu of the State Tax Department.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the West Virginia Secretary of State to obtain and issue tax identification numbers for businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4729/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4729&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2090082,"bill_number":"HB4730","title":"Developing a Continuum of Independent Living and Transitional Support Services for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care","description":"The purpose of this bill is to develop a continuum of services and supports for youth who are preparing to exit foster care or who have aged out of that care.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4730/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4730&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2090089,"bill_number":"HB4718","title":"Secure Roads and Safe Trucking Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add identification requirements for nonresident persons operating a commercial vehicle in West Virginia. The bill provides that those persons possess a valid work visa and provide proof of citizenship to validate his or her identity while operating a commercial motor vehicle and that they demonstrate proficiency of the English language sufficient to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language; respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records. Misdemeanor penalties and fines for violations are provided. The bill also allows the Commissioner to adopt the Even Exchange Program of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a military skills test waiver and to permit first responders to apply for a CDL without skills testing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4718/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4718&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2090098,"bill_number":"HB4758","title":"Raise the Penalties for Murder and attempted Murder","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the sentence and parole eligibility for inmates serving life sentences and those who have been convicted of murder of the first degree; and modifying eligibility for attempted crimes of murder of the first degree.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4758/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4758&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2090105,"bill_number":"HCR13","title":"Honoring the life of Tony Whitlow","description":"Honoring the life of Tony Whitlow","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"House received Senate message","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR13/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=13&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2090110,"bill_number":"HB4756","title":"To provide automatic treble damages anytime a non-English speaking commercial truck driver causes an accident in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require automatic treble compensatory damages being fined every time a commercial truck driver who cannot comprehend English cause an accident in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4756/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4756&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2090117,"bill_number":"HB4752","title":"Relating to entry upon or recovery of lands","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal a provision of the code relating to the limitation on bringing an action to enter upon or recover lands.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4752/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4752&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2090125,"bill_number":"HB4724","title":"Relating to placing a cap on insurance copays","description":"The purpose of this bill is to cap insurance copayments for certain services at $500 a year for insureds who are terminally ill until death.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4724/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4724&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2090133,"bill_number":"HJR24","title":"Relating to the right to refuse any medical treatment, injection, device, vaccine or prophylactic","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to add a new section to Article III of the West Virginia Constitution, to recognize the right to refuse medical treatments, injections, devices, vaccines, or prophylactics and to further provide equal protection under the law and the right to public accommodation for persons that exercise this right.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR24/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=24&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2090137,"bill_number":"HB4722","title":"Relating to false judicial accusations after a determination of falsity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the crime of false judicial accusation after the determination of falsity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4722/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4722&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2090144,"bill_number":"SB583","title":"Creating emeritus physician license","description":"The purpose of this bill is to The purpose of this bill is to create an emeritus physician license for retired physicians. The bill provides that when granted, a license is valid for life, unless revoked by the West Virginia Board of Medicine.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB583/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=583&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2090149,"bill_number":"SB580","title":"Updating practice act for WV Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the requirements to practice medical imaging or radiation therapy in the state and to update the powers and duties of the Medical Imaging Board.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB580/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=580&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2090152,"bill_number":"HB4744","title":"To update and reflect current inflation rate for all County elected positions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the increase of the salary of elected county officials to reflect the current rate of inflation, after July 1, 2025.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-22","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-22","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4744/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4744&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2091442,"bill_number":"HB4767","title":"Relating to requiring the Bureau for Medical Services to file a legislative rule","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Bureau of Medical Services to file its policy manual as a legislative rule.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4767/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4767&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2091452,"bill_number":"HB4768","title":"Relating to updating definitions to incorporate federal law changes to qualified higher education expenses for purposes of 529 accounts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update definitions due to changes in the federal 529 law.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4768/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4768&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2091460,"bill_number":"HB4769","title":"Creating plans to protect West Virginia from major crises","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Governor to establish crisis preparedness plans.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4769/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4769&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2091469,"bill_number":"HB4765","title":"Teacher, School Personnel, and State Police Pay Raise","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise the salaries of certain state employees: WV State Police and certain personnel; public school teachers; and school service personnel.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4765/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4765&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2091478,"bill_number":"HB4764","title":"Disallow candidates for office if back taxes are owed","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit a person from running for public office if the required financial disclosure statement reveals delinquent unpaid taxes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4764/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4764&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2091487,"bill_number":"HB4766","title":"Change the Homestead Exemption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the Homestead Exemption for certain homeowners from $20,000 to 50% of the assessed value of the homestead, unless the assessed property value is less than $40,000, in which case the exemption would be the first $20,000 of assessed value.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4766/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4766&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2091501,"bill_number":"HB4787","title":"The Anti-Terrorism Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Anti-Terrorism Act; define terroristic acts and groups; declare that specific acts are felony criminal acts of terrorism and establish punishment therefor; create mandatory sentencing; require restitution to be paid to victims of terrorism; clarify unlawful restraint; prohibit obstruction of a terrorism investigation; and require the Attorney General to identify and designate terroristic entities and members engaged in acts of terrorism.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4787/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4787&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2091508,"bill_number":"SB593","title":"Designating September 11 as Patriot Day","description":"The purpose of this bill is to designate September 11 as the annual legal holiday of \"Patriot Day\" to remember, honor, and mourn the victims of the terrorist attack on our nation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB593/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=593&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2091518,"bill_number":"HB4773","title":"To increase the COLA by 15% for all retired state employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a 20 percent cost-of-living adjustment for retired public employees and school personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4773/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4773&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2091525,"bill_number":"HB4796","title":"Addressing the placement of foster children and creating a central reception center and emergency resource homes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a central reception center and emergency resource homes for foster children and eliminating the practice of placing children in hotels due to lack of foster care placements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4796/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4796&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2091534,"bill_number":"SB599","title":"Prohibiting abortifacients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the abortifacients and to enact criminal penalties and permit private causes of action for supplying abortifacients and also requiring informed consent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB599/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=599&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2091542,"bill_number":"HB4774","title":"To set the salary of the Associate Superintendent of Schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set the number of associate state superintendent of schools positions to one instead of the current number of two.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4774/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4774&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2091550,"bill_number":"SB596","title":"Eliminating transfer taxes for siblings and for LLC solely owned by individual transferor","description":"This bill amends the exemptions from excise taxes; adding an exemption for transfers between siblings; and adding an exemption for transfers with a solely-owned limited liability company.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB596/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=596&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2091558,"bill_number":"HB4784","title":"Extending the Qualified Opportunity Zones until July 1, 2032.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend Qualified Opportunity Zones until July 1, 2032.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4784/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4784&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2091567,"bill_number":"HB4778","title":"Relating to Drivers License Address Requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a person applying for a driver's license or a state-issued identification card who has no permanent address to obtain a license or identification card by verifying that he or she has no permanent address.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4778/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4778&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2091578,"bill_number":"SB598","title":"Relating to statues placed in Capitol rotunda","description":"The purpose of this bill is to replace the statue of the Robert C. Byrd with a statue of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, James Madison, and Arthur I. Boreman, placed in each corner of the rotunda of the Capitol.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB598/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=598&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2091584,"bill_number":"HB4793","title":"Creating the Barber Apprentice Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4793/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4793&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2091595,"bill_number":"HB4776","title":"Hotel occupancy tax rate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the maximum hotel occupancy tax permitted by municipal or county ordinances from six percent to eight percent","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4776/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4776&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2091606,"bill_number":"HB4779","title":"To require parole boards to take into account the sentencing judge’s recommendation at the time of sentencing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a board of probation and parole to consider the sentencing judge's recommendation for certain qualifying offenses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4779/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4779&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"George Street"},
{"bill_id":2091614,"bill_number":"SB591","title":"Prohibiting teaching of divisive acts and critical race theory in public schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the teaching of \"divisive acts\" and \"critical race theory\" in West Virginia public and charter schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB591/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=591&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2091622,"bill_number":"HB4771","title":"Relating to access of records in controlled substance monitoring","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add qualified examiners with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to the persons who have access to the Controlled Substances Monitoring Database maintained by the Board of Pharmacy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4771/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4771&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Martin"},
{"bill_id":2091630,"bill_number":"HB4772","title":"Medicaid eligibility verification","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require Bureau of Medical Services to verify and remove deceased Medicaid enrollees; the bill requires data matches with official death records; mandates the termination of eligibility upon proof of an enrollee's death; authorizes data-sharing agreements and annual audits; requires an annual report to the Legislature; and provides an effective date.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4772/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4772&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2091640,"bill_number":"HB4799","title":"To establish the cold case task force for the State of West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the cold case task force for the State of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4799/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4799&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2091650,"bill_number":"HB4792","title":"Relating to requirements for disclosures and recordkeeping, reinforcing state law regarding late fees, and clarifying that a state-specific closing disclosure is not required as long as federal closing disclosures are given accurately","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that a separate state closing disclosure is not required if appropriate federal closing disclosures are provided to borrowers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4792/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4792&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2091659,"bill_number":"HB4775","title":"Relating to addressing School Discipline in Public Schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to itemize additional disciplinary issues to be addressed by the Department of Education and reports to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Education Accountability. It also requires the Department of Education to include discipline data on its dashboard for public access.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4775/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4775&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2091667,"bill_number":"SB592","title":"WV Short Line Railroad Modernization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Short Line Railroad Modernization Act and tax credit allowed and credit limitations for short line railroad companies in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB592/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=592&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2091676,"bill_number":"HB4788","title":"Allow school board members to run for the state legislature","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow currently serving members of county school boards to retain their position on the board during a campaign for other public office.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4788/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4788&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2091684,"bill_number":"HB4786","title":"Clarifies the minimum hours of attendance necessary for child subsidies to be based on monthly enrollment rather than daily attendance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth requirements for the reimbursement of child care and afterschool providers receiving child care subsidies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4786/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4786&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2091694,"bill_number":"SB597","title":"Relating to payment of state funds to qualified child care entities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the current reimbursement formula of state funds to childcare facilities from an attendance model to an enrollment model.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB597/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=597&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2091700,"bill_number":"HB4785","title":"Relating to compensation for panel attorneys","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation for panel attorneys of the Public Defender Services; and requiring Public Defender Services to annually provide a report to certain state agencies summarizing legal services that are being provided by the submission of a voucher by panel attorneys serving as guardians ad litem in state courts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4785/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4785&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2091711,"bill_number":"HB4797","title":"To create the Charlie Kirk Memorial First Amendment Freedom Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create \"The Charlie Kirk Memorial First Amendment Freedom Act\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4797/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4797&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2091718,"bill_number":"HB4781","title":"Insurance coverage for laser hair removal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide insurance coverage for laser hair removal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4781/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4781&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2091727,"bill_number":"SB588","title":"Limiting payment of taxes by co-owners or other interested parties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the payment of taxes by co-owners or other interested parties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB588/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=588&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2091735,"bill_number":"HB4790","title":"Relating to requirements for licensure as a mortgage lender or broker","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow another acceptable form of financial statement from mortgage brokers to show adequate net worth in compliance with the licensing statute.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4790/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4790&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2091745,"bill_number":"HB4794","title":"Requiring high school students to pass a test on the US Constitution to graduate from high school","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require each high school student to pass a test on the United States Constitution as a requirement to graduation from high school.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4794/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4794&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2091756,"bill_number":"HB4800","title":"Clarifying the penalty of a dog attacking livestock by adding a proviso to include “any other livestock.”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add \"any other livestock\" as it pertains to penalties for dogs wounding livestock.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4800/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4800&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2091763,"bill_number":"HB4782","title":"Sustainable Child-serving Workforce and Foster Care Modernization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Sustainable Child-Serving Workforce & Foster Care Modernization Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4782/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4782&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2091773,"bill_number":"HB4780","title":"Private or government, to pay an additional fee during eminent domain proceedings","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a fee to be paid to counties when property is taken under eminent domain and to establish how those funds can be spent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4780/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4780&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"George Street"},
{"bill_id":2091780,"bill_number":"SB590","title":"Relating to exhibition of obscene material","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make it a criminal offense for a person to engage in an adult cabaret performance where it may be viewed by a minor","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB590/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=590&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2091789,"bill_number":"HB4770","title":"Establishing limitations on the use of artificial intelligence and artificial intelligence technology to deliver mental health care, with exceptions for administrative support functions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish regulations governing the use of artificial intelligence in the administration and delivery of mental health care in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4770/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4770&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2091797,"bill_number":"SB595","title":"Requiring both parents consent for non-emergency and non-life-threatening procedures on children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require non-emergency and non-life-threatening medical procedures on behalf of the child only be permitted after both parents agree.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB595/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=595&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2091807,"bill_number":"SR14","title":"Recognizing James and Lucille Pennington on receiving the 2025 West Virginia Logger of the Year award","description":"Recognizing James and Lucille Pennington on receiving the 2025 West Virginia Logger of the Year award","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR14/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=14&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2091814,"bill_number":"HB4798","title":"Permitting teachers to wear a “mobile alert button” for emergency situations, to be known as “Alyssa’s Law.”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to implement a wearable panic alert system, to be known as Alyssa's law, in all schools in the state.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4798/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4798&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2091825,"bill_number":"HB4777","title":"Establishing Summer Feeding for All Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to continue the Summer Feeding for All initiative that will encourage county school systems to look for innovative ways to provide assistance to students in need to access nutritious foods during summer break and other times when school is not in session. The bill requires each county school board to conduct an assessment of the availability of food to students to determine what food insecurities exist in the student population. The bill directs each county school board compile and distribute a list of existing food providers in the community that will provide nutritious food to children with food insecurities on non-school days. The bill directs the Office of Child Nutrition to help facilitate county school boards coordinate and develop the public policy initiative of Feed to Achieve.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4777/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4777&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2091834,"bill_number":"SB587","title":"Adjusting salary schedule for elected county officials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a new salary schedule for county officials.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB587/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=587&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2091842,"bill_number":"HB4783","title":"Providing equal share of funds from the fire and casualty premium tax to all departments","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to providing equal share of funds from the fire and casualty premium tax to the departments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4783/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4783&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2091850,"bill_number":"SB586","title":"Modifying requirements for public water systems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the Secretary of the Departmentof Health from promulgating rules that require public water systems or businesses to have backflow preventers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB586/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=586&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Martin"},
{"bill_id":2091860,"bill_number":"SB585","title":"Increasing annual salaries of certain state employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise the salaries of certain state employees: WV State Police and certain personnel; public school teachers; and school service personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB585/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=585&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2091871,"bill_number":"HB4791","title":"Relating to joint accounts in banking institutions and eliminating the requirement that the commissioner approve joint account forms to be used by banking institutions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the requirement that the commissioner of financial institutions approve forms used by financial institutions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4791/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4791&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2091877,"bill_number":"HB4795","title":"Relating to changing circumstances for when a child may be removed from a foster home.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the circumstances when a child may be removed from a foster home.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4795/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4795&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2091889,"bill_number":"SB589","title":"Relating to recovery residences","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the mandatory registration of recovery residences and limit the authority of the certifying agency regarding data collection and documentation of registered recovery residences.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB589/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=589&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2091895,"bill_number":"HB4789","title":"Relating to bank merger by interstate branching and providing clarity regarding the disclosure required when an out of bank acquires a West Virginia state-chartered bank","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide clarity regarding the attestation submitted in response to an interstate bank merger.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4789/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4789&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2091901,"bill_number":"SB594","title":"Creating exemption for disabled veterans from vehicle sales tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an exemption for disabled veterans from vehicle sales tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-23","last_action":"To Military","last_action_date":"2026-01-23","committee":"Military","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB594/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=594&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2093375,"bill_number":"HB4818","title":"Relating to providing greater access to unused public buildings for public charter schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide greater access to unused public buildings for public charter schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4818/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4818&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2093377,"bill_number":"HB4837","title":"Establish time limits on Legislators becoming lobbyists","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the one-year prohibition on lobbying by former public officials to five years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4837/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4837&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2093378,"bill_number":"HB4834","title":"To permit women’s wrestling in public high schools as a sanctioned event","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit women's wrestling in public high schools and public charter schools as a sanctioned sporting event in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4834/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4834&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2093380,"bill_number":"HB4816","title":"Relating to municipal fire protection fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is relating to municipal fire protection fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4816/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4816&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2093382,"bill_number":"HB4827","title":"Provide an increase in salary to WV Birth to Three contracted therapists and employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase payment for professional service provided to the West Virginia Birth-to-Three program by therapists and other professionals who are not employed by a state agency by 25 percent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4827/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4827&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093384,"bill_number":"HB4822","title":"To redirect data center tax revenue to PEIA, counties, and schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to redirect any positive tax increment ad valorem property taxes collected from High Impact Data Centers; local school Boards will receive 10% of the funds; redirects the current 50% of the funds from the Personal Income Tax Reduction Fund to 35% to fund the Public Insurance Financial Stability Fund; increases from 30% to 35% of funds to the situs county; and provides 10% of the funds go to the situs county school board. The bill also provides that the fund created to assist electric grid stabilization for regulated utilities includes all utilities, not only coal and gas powered utilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4822/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4822&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2093385,"bill_number":"HB4826","title":"Relating to petition for involuntary treatment for drug and alcohol abuse","description":"The purpose of this bill is to describe the process of involuntary treatment for substance use disorder.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4826/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4826&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093387,"bill_number":"HB4819","title":"Relating to use of criminal records as disqualification from authorization to practice a particular profession","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the use of criminal records in determinations to allow an individual to practice a profession or occupation, by a board, authority, or other agency authorized to issue licenses, certifications, registrations, or other authorizations to engage in a particular profession or occupation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4819/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4819&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2093388,"bill_number":"HB4824","title":"Relating to utility rate increases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an infrastructure fund that will be made from 5% from every rate increase granted to public and private utilities that is to be used for infrastructure repairs and improvements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4824/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4824&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093390,"bill_number":"HB4825","title":"Authorizing municipalities to place signage on state roads within their municipal jurisdiction and boundaries.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize municipalities to place signage on state roads within their municipal jurisdiction and boundaries.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4825/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4825&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093395,"bill_number":"HB4807","title":"Relating generally to the creation of mental hygiene regions by the Supreme Court of Appeals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create of mental hygiene regions in the state, permit evaluations to be conducted by video, grant civil immunity to providers, and clarify commitment periods.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4807/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4807&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2093396,"bill_number":"HB4801","title":"Defining Permissible expenditures for municipalities and counties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add the demolition of unsafe and unsanitary structures and planning for reuse or improvement of property owned by municipalities and county commissions as permissible expenditures of revenue from the hotel occupancy tax.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4801/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4801&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093397,"bill_number":"HB4804","title":"To modify deputy sheriff’s retirement pay and the cost of receiving certain reports","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase certain fees collected by county sheriffs and add these increased amounts to the Deputy Sheriff Retirement Fund to provide modest increases in benefits for retired deputies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4804/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4804&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2093400,"bill_number":"HB4830","title":"To provide compensation to those who have been adversely affected by the actions of the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeal’s Judicial Investigative Committee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide compensation to those who have been adversely impacted by the actions of the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals' Judicial Investigative Committee or any other division operating under the umbrella of the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4830/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4830&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093401,"bill_number":"HB4820","title":"Relating to Good Samaritan Law.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a person who acts voluntarily and without remuneration aid to a victim of an emergent situation may not be liable for civil damages.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4820/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4820&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2093402,"bill_number":"HB4833","title":"To remove the cap for municipalities on their stabilization fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the 30% cap on municipal stabilization funds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4833/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4833&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2093405,"bill_number":"HB4814","title":"Relating to creating the Equipment Right to Repair Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Equipment Right to Repair Act; creating a short title; defining terms; establishing jurisdiction of the Commissioner of Agriculture; establishing requirements; establishing limitations; providing for rulemaking; establishing violations; imposing civil penalties; authorizing civil actions, penalties, and injunctive relief; and providing for applicability and effective date of article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4814/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4814&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roy Cooper"},
{"bill_id":2093407,"bill_number":"HB4832","title":"Relating to the use of state water resources","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that all high impact data centers report water use to the Department of Environmental Projection as part of the Water Resource Protection and Management Act's water use monitoring requirements, authorizes the Department of Environmental Protection to limit, condition or prohibit withdrawals by a high impact data center from a state water resource if harm to that water resource or its future or existing uses will occur; removes references to previously repealed Joint Legislative Oversight Commission on State Water Resources; and requires the Department of Environmental Protection to provide analysis of a high impact data centers on public waters of this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4832/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4832&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2093408,"bill_number":"HB4829","title":"Make speeds that exceed 30MPH over the speed limit reckless driving","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that operating any vehicle at speeds in excess of 30 miles per hour over the posted speed limit is reckless driving.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4829/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4829&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093414,"bill_number":"HB4823","title":"Allowing for taxes to be paid quarterly","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an option that real property taxes may be allowed to be paid on a quarterly basis.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4823/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4823&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093415,"bill_number":"HB4828","title":"Change the requirement for posting public notices at the state and federal level for PSDs.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit public service districts to include notices of alleged federal and state violations in one publication.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4828/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4828&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093417,"bill_number":"HB4806","title":"To raise the salary of Sheriffs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise the salary of Sheriff's to be 10% above the salaries of the county clerk and circuit clerk.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4806/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4806&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2093419,"bill_number":"HB4821","title":"Creating the Affordable Medicaid Buy-In Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Affordable Medicaid Buy-In Program. The bill requires the Department of Human Services to develop and administer the Affordable Medicaid Buy-In Plan. The bill creates the Health Care Affordability and Access Improvement Fund. The bill establishes an advisory council to the Affordable Medicaid Buy-In Program. The bill requires a study and reposts be made. The bill defines terms. The bill sets limitations of employers. The bill requires rule-making.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4821/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4821&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2093421,"bill_number":"HB4817","title":"Relating to modifying the Charter Schools Startup Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the Charter Schools Startup Fund; change the name of the fund; require submission of application to the West Virginia Professional Charter School Board in order to receive funds from the Charter Schools Startup Fund; require notice to potential applicants; require certain contents be included in application; expand the uses for the funds; require distribution of money to qualifying charter school applicants and charter schools, subject to availability of funding; allow the West Virginia Professional Charter School Board to establish competitive process when the number of applicants exceed funding; eliminate criteria an applicant must demonstrate as a condition of receiving funds; modify time frame for distribution of funds; require repayment in certain circumstances; and specify the manner of distribution.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4817/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4817&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2093422,"bill_number":"HB4809","title":"Caregiver Tax Credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tax credit for eligible family members providing caregiver services to an eligible family member.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4809/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4809&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2093424,"bill_number":"HB4836","title":"Prohibiting non-service animals in stores that sell food","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit a person from taking a dog, cat, or other animal into a grocery store or retail establishment that sells food unless the animal is a service animal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4836/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4836&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093425,"bill_number":"HB4812","title":"To ensure that West Virginia law enforcement entities are not compelled or commandeered by federal authorities to conduct activities that violate our citizens’ Constitutional rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Anti-Federal Commandeering Act. The bill provides for a short title, and legislative findings and intent. The bill provides definitions, prohibits federal commandeering, and creates prohibitions on police activity. The bill defines permitted activities, and allows the Attorney General to challenge unconstitutional federal actions. The bill allows the Attorney General to publish model policies, and provides for law enforcement immunity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4812/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4812&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2093427,"bill_number":"HB4811","title":"Creating the False Claims Act","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to creating the False Claims Act. The bill amends the fraud and abuse provisions in Medicaid program to provide for damages under the False Claims Act; sets forth prohibited acts, damages, costs and civil penalties, limitations on damages, and responsibilities of the Attorney General; provides for civil actions by private persons, rights of parties to qui tam proceedings, awards to qui tam plaintiffs, the barring of certain civil actions; provides that state is not liable for the expenses of private litigants; provides for private action for retaliatory conduct, limitation of actions, retroactive application, and state intervention in action by private person; addresses estoppel, jurisdiction and venue, non-exclusivity of act, liberality of construction, and distribution of proceeds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4811/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4811&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2093429,"bill_number":"HB4831","title":"To regulate outdoor advertisements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit \"lewd public content\" from being advertised anywhere in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4831/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4831&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093433,"bill_number":"HB4808","title":"Federally Approved Project Delivery Methods for Airport Capital Improvement Projects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expressly authorize airport authorities under state law to utilize project delivery methods approved or authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration in order to efficiently and safely plan, procure, and construct airport infrastructure projects funded through the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program, including the Federal Aviation Administration Integrated Project Delivery Pilot Program established under 49 U.S.C. §47123 and any successor programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4808/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4808&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2093434,"bill_number":"HB4813","title":"Exempting from the sales tax all-terrain vehicles and utility terrain vehicles used as farm equipment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from the sales tax all-terrain vehicles and utility terrain vehicles used as farm equipment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4813/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4813&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roy Cooper"},
{"bill_id":2093435,"bill_number":"HB4815","title":"Allow community health center to provide sign-on bonus","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize bonus and incentive programs at political subdivision-based community health centers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4815/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4815&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roy Cooper"},
{"bill_id":2093437,"bill_number":"HB4803","title":"Relating to the Deputy Sheriff Retirement System Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an annual annuity adjustment of 1% for eligible deputy sheriff retirants and surviving spouses when the plan has reached a funded level of 105 percent. The bill permits the board to set the employer contribution rate, and the maximum employer contribution rate will be 13% after the first annual annuity adjustment is paid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4803/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4803&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2093439,"bill_number":"HB4810","title":"Relating to dental health care service plans","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require transparency of dental health care insurance products. The bill requires annual reporting of the medical loss ratio with the Insurance Commissioner. The bill sets forth standards for the methods by which a dental carrier may pay a dental provider. The bill authorizes third party networks and sets standards for such networks. The bill requires an annual rebate to be paid in the form of a premium reduction when the MLR is not met. The bill provides for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4810/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4810&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2093441,"bill_number":"HB4835","title":"Adjusting the timing of traffic lights on divided highways","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a three-second pause be added to all traffic-control lights and devices on divided highways.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4835/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4835&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2093443,"bill_number":"HB4805","title":"Relating to environmental clean-up for motor vehicle crashes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for environmental cleanup for motor vehicle crashes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4805/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4805&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2093444,"bill_number":"HB4802","title":"Relating to credit for qualified rehabilitated buildings investment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a credit for qualified rehabilitated buildings investment under the corporation net income tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4802/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4802&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2094227,"bill_number":"HB4845","title":"Prohibiting entry by illegal aliens","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish certain crimes, processes, and procedures regarding individuals who have illegally entered or reentered the state in violation of state and federal laws and to create prohibitions on the illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien. The bill provides for the enforcement of those prohibitions and certain related orders, including immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions. Finally, the bill authorizes and requires under certain circumstances the removal of persons who violate those prohibitions; and creating criminal offenses","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4845/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4845&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2094232,"bill_number":"SB634","title":"Legalizing adult consumption of cannabis","description":"The purpose of this bill is to legalize the personal use and possession of cannabis by adults in the state. The bill provides for a county option election to allow for the manufacture and sale of cannabis on a county-by-county basis; provides for regulation by the Bureau for Public Health; authorizes excise and local sales taxes on cannabis transactions; prohibits underage use; and preserves the ability of employers and property owners to prohibit or limit use or possession.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB634/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=634&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2094236,"bill_number":"SB608","title":"Relating to religious exemption to mandatory vaccination requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish religious exemption from compulsory immunization for children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB608/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=608&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2094239,"bill_number":"SR16","title":"Designating January 27, 2026, as Civil Air Patrol Day at Legislature","description":"Designating January 27, 2026, as Civil Air Patrol Day at Legislature","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR16/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=16&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2094243,"bill_number":"SB605","title":"Providing tax credit for homeschool students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish tax credits for parents and legal guardians whose children are in a home-schooling program or private school. The bill provides for an exception. Finally, the bill provides rule-making authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB605/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=605&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2094247,"bill_number":"HJR26","title":"Change the Sheriff term limits from 2 consecutive terms to 3 consecutive terms","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the Constitution of the State of West Virginia to permit a sheriff to serve for three consecutive terms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR26/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=26&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2094251,"bill_number":"HJR27","title":"Returning control of roads in West Virginia to the Counties Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to return control of roads in West Virginia to the counties from the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR27/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=27&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2094255,"bill_number":"SB627","title":"Relating to Build WV Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to replace the Build WV project cost with a cap on new tax credit liability. The bill clarifies that the cost cap applies only to new project approvals; allows credit for smaller projects in rural areas; requires periodic review and adjustment to reflect demand and usage; and establishes a Build WV credit reserve fund adjusted annually.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB627/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=627&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2094261,"bill_number":"SB625","title":"Relating to responsibility of board of public service district that is being dissolved","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the board of a public service district to cooperate with a county commission when the county commission has authorized the dissolution, sale or merger of the district with another public service district.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB625/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=625&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2094266,"bill_number":"SB610","title":"Relating to medical exemption to mandatory vaccination requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the process for a medical exemption to compulsory vaccination. It eliminates the commissioners' right to grant, renew, deny, suspend, or revoke medical exemptions to compulsory vaccination requirement and the Immunization Officer. The bill specifies that medical exemptions to compulsory vaccination are granted based on a treating physician's or advanced practice provider's determination that vaccination is or may be detrimental to the child's health. The physician or advanced practice provider is to provide a written statement to this effect to the child's school or state-regulated child care center.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB610/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=610&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2094270,"bill_number":"HB4843","title":"Relating to consumer protection and the collection of certain personally identifiable information.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of scanner technology to collect personally identifiable information in certain consumer transactions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4843/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4843&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2094275,"bill_number":"SR17","title":"Designating January 27, 2026, as WV Banker’s Day at Legislature","description":"Designating January 27, 2026, as WV Banker’s Day at Legislature","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR17/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=17&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2094278,"bill_number":"SB629","title":"Prohibiting gender transition surgeries, treatments, and therapies to minors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit gender transition surgeries, treatments, and therapies to minors. The bill establishes penalties for practitioners in violation of regulations. The bill safeguards the mental and physical health of minors. The bill prohibits political subdivisions from enacting conflicting policies. The bill creates whistleblower protection. Finally, the bill prohibits taxpayer subsidization of gender transition treatments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB629/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=629&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2094282,"bill_number":"SB628","title":"Prohibiting online distribution of pornographic material to minors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the distribution of pornographic materials to persons under 18.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB628/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=628&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2094288,"bill_number":"SB618","title":"Prohibiting public funds from supporting low-earning outcome postsecondary degree programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the degrees for which state funds can be used to obtain.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB618/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=618&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2094292,"bill_number":"HB4839","title":"Relating to compensation for sworn members of the WV State Police","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a geographic assignment compensation differential for members of the West Virginia State Police.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4839/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4839&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2094298,"bill_number":"SB622","title":"Extending mine safety technology tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the termination date of the Innovative Mine Safety Technology Tax Credit.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-27","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB622/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=622&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2094302,"bill_number":"HB4848","title":"Requiring certain disclosures of election expenditures","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require disclosure of dark money political expenditures to allow the public to know who is paying for political advertisements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4848/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4848&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2094306,"bill_number":"SB619","title":"Creating Stop the Bleed Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Stop the Bleed Act to require implementation of the act in county schools and to permit private donations and funding by the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB619/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=619&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2094312,"bill_number":"SB626","title":"Removing Inspector General from inclusion in Department of Health","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the Office of the Inspector General from the Department of Health, where is it for administrative purposes, and to clarify that the Office of the Inspector General has the ability to conduct performance audits, financial audits, evaluations, and attestations engagements of the Department of Human Services, the Department of Health, and the Department of Health Facilities and their independent contractors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB626/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=626&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2094316,"bill_number":"SB623","title":"Establishing economic incentives for data centers to locate within WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create economic incentives for data centers to locatewithin the state and further stimulate the state's economy by relying on locally sourced coal-generated electricity. The bill provides salvage value treatment for personal propertyused by qualifying data centers; an exemption from the B&O tax for all coal-generated electricity sold to qualifying data centers; and provides a sales tax exemption for all personal property sold to and used in the construction or maintenance of a qualifying data center.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB623/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=623&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2094320,"bill_number":"SB616","title":"Terminating WV Contractor Licensing Board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Act and terminate the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB616/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=616&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2094325,"bill_number":"HB4844","title":"Modify the procedure for teachers when using leave","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the procedure for teachers when using leave.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4844/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4844&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2094328,"bill_number":"HR4","title":"Resolution in Support of Petition to FDA on LED lights.","description":"Resolution in Support of Petition to FDA on LED lights.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR4/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=4&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2094335,"bill_number":"SB606","title":"Relating to employee exemptions from employer-mandated vaccinations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a religious exemption for employees from employer mandated immunizations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB606/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=606&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2094339,"bill_number":"HB4838","title":"To increase the annual registration fees for electric, hybrid and hydrogen vehicles.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the registration fees for alternative fuel vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4838/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4838&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2094343,"bill_number":"SB620","title":"Exempting certain physicians from specified traffic laws when responding to emergencies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit physicians to be exempt from specified traffic laws when responding to an emergency call. This proposed bill provides that the physician must continue to exercise due care and provides for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB620/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=620&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2094347,"bill_number":"SR18","title":"Designating January 27, 2026, as Sexual Violence Awareness Day at Legislature","description":"Designating January 27, 2026, as Sexual Violence Awareness Day at Legislature","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR18/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=18&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2094353,"bill_number":"SB609","title":"Exempting students of higher education from compulsory vaccination requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt students at college, universities, and vocational and technical schools from any compulsory immunization requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB609/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=609&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2094357,"bill_number":"SB602","title":"Requiring repeat DUI offenders to carry ID indicating they may not purchase alcohol","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a person convicted of driving under the influence may be designated as an interdicted person and is prohibited from purchasing alcohol for a certain time period.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB602/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=602&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2094360,"bill_number":"SB633","title":"Relating to WV Commission on Holocaust Education","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the West Virginia Commission on Holocaust Education. The bill establishes legislative findings. The bill modernizes commission membership in light of the passing of Holocaust survivors and second-generation witnesses. The bill strengthens safeguards for historical accuracy and mission integrity. The bill authorizes limited commission-appointed voting members. The bill authorizes non-voting advisory members, including students. The bill clarifies governance, transparency, and duties. Finally, the bill ensures Holocaust education remains the central and primary purpose of the commission.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB633/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=633&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2094364,"bill_number":"HB4842","title":"Relating to civil remedies for the unauthorized disclosure of intimate images.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the civil cause of action for disclosure of intimate images.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4842/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4842&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2094367,"bill_number":"SB632","title":"Creating Atmospheric Intervention Oversight and Public Safety Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Atmospheric Intervention Oversight and Public Safety Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB632/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=632&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2094374,"bill_number":"SB630","title":"Protecting minors from exposure to indecent displays of sexually explicit nature","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect minors from indecent displays of a sexually explicit nature, including but not limited to, transvestite and/or transgender performances or displays to minors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB630/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=630&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2094377,"bill_number":"SB612","title":"Establishing November 7 as Victims of Communism Day","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish November 7 of each year as \"Victims of Communism Day\", to be observed in the public schools of this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB612/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=612&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2094381,"bill_number":"HB4846","title":"Relating to valuation of specialized high-technology property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise the valuation of specialized high-technology property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4846/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4846&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"George Street"},
{"bill_id":2094386,"bill_number":"SB631","title":"Relating to controlling interests in flood control dams and similar structures","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer all interests of conservation districts in flood control dams and similar structures, as well as any associated property and related funds and accounts, to the state Conservation Agency by July 1, 2026. The bill authorizes the state conservation committee to operate, improve, maintain, and construct flood control dams and similar structures and to contract with other entities to realize that authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB631/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=631&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2094390,"bill_number":"SB613","title":"Extending interest rate cap to all obligations incurred during military service","description":"The purpose of this bill is to cap interest rates for debts of active service members at six percent per annum.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB613/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=613&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2094397,"bill_number":"HB4850","title":"Providing online training for Executors/Executrix of an Estate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide educational training regarding the fiduciary and other duties of executors and administrators of estates and requiring the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals to provide this online training.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4850/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4850&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2094400,"bill_number":"HB4841","title":"Allow county commissions to formally petition the Division of Highways regarding the repair of local roads","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance maintenance and repair of the state's local roads by authorizing the county commissions to petition the division for road repair for local roads.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4841/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4841&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2094404,"bill_number":"SB624","title":"Extending sunset date for modification to personal and corporate income tax for qualified businesses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the sunset date for modification to personal and corporate income tax for qualified opportunity zone businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB624/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=624&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2094411,"bill_number":"SB601","title":"Authorizing medical parole for certain inmates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a medical parole program for eligible inmates in the custody of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The bill provides for medical parole petitions to be submitted by inmates and provides for a review process by superintendents of correctional institutions and the commissioner of corrections and rehabilitation. The bill provides for notice of possible medical parole to interested parties, for hearings on parole petitions, and for development of terms and conditions of release. The bill sets a process for reconsideration and review of denials of medical parole, sets reporting requirements, and includes rulemaking authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB601/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=601&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2094415,"bill_number":"SB621","title":"Providing tax credit to corporations for existing employer-provided child care facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a tax credit against the state corporate net income tax and the state personal income tax for expenditures related to the operation of existing employer-provided or sponsored child-care facilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB621/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=621&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2094421,"bill_number":"SB617","title":"Banking and Financial Services Provider Protections for Eligible Adults from Financial Exploitation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide banking protections for eligible adults from financial exploitation by permitting depository institutions to delay, refuse, or prevent certain activities and financial transactions when an entity or employer suspects financial exploitation of an elder adult or incapacitated adult may be at issue. This bill further permits disclosure of such activity or financial transaction to an eligible adults' authorized third-party as well as a designated state agency.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB617/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=617&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2094425,"bill_number":"SR15","title":"Recognizing 154th anniversary of Glenville State University","description":"Recognizing 154th anniversary of Glennville State University","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR15/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=15&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patrick Martin"},
{"bill_id":2094429,"bill_number":"SB611","title":"Codifying common-law definition of involuntary manslaughter","description":"The purpose of this bill is to codify the common-law definition of the misdemeanor offense of involuntary manslaughter and to specify that a defendant's act must proximately cause the death of another for a conviction to result.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB611/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=611&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2094433,"bill_number":"SB603","title":"Relating to Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that one citizen member of the state's property valuation training and procedures commission have a background in or knowledge of agriculture","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB603/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=603&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2094437,"bill_number":"HB4851","title":"Relating to creating a moratorium on school closures and consolidations pending a West Virginia Department of Education (“WVDE”) school aid formula proposal.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a moratorium on school closures and consolidations pending a WVDE school aid formula proposal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4851/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4851&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2094441,"bill_number":"HR5","title":"Blue Light Awareness Day","description":"Blue Light Awareness Day","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"Motion to table motion to discharge committee adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR5/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=5&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2094447,"bill_number":"HB4849","title":"Authorize the Superintendent of the county schools district to apply directly to the School Building Authority for emergency funding to facilitate remediation of hazards.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Superintendents of the county school districts or the local School Improvement Committees to apply to the School Building Authority for emergency funding to remediate hazards from natural processes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4849/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4849&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2094450,"bill_number":"SB615","title":"Requiring persons with illegal immigration status be turned over to ICE","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the punishment of persons with illegal immigration status.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB615/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=615&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2094454,"bill_number":"SB607","title":"Relating to federally approved project delivery methods for airport capital improvement projects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expressly authorize airport authorities under state law to utilize project delivery methods approved or authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration in order to efficiently and safely plan, procure, and construct airport infrastructure projects funded through the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program, including the Federal Aviation Administration Integrated Project Delivery Pilot Program established under 49 U.S.C. §47123 and any successor programs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB607/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=607&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2094459,"bill_number":"SB600","title":"Limiting family income for Hope Scholarship eligibility","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the West Virginia Hope Scholarship Program to limit eligibility for the program to students from families making less than $100,000 annually; to require that any unused funds left in a student's Hope Scholarship account at the end of each fiscal year be transferred to the county school district in which the student resides; and to prohibit the use of Hope Scholarship funds for out-of-state education services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB600/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=600&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2094462,"bill_number":"HCR14","title":"A resolution to memorialize the life of Charlie Kirk.","description":"A resolution to memorialize the life of Charlie Kirk.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR14/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=14&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2094467,"bill_number":"SB614","title":"Including step-siblings in Best Interests of Child Protection Act of 2022","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include meaningful contact between a child and a step-sibling when considering the best interests of a child in a custodial decision.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB614/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=614&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2094470,"bill_number":"HB4847","title":"Local Shares teacher and school personnel pay","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for local shares of school teacher and personnel pay.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4847/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4847&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2094474,"bill_number":"HB4840","title":"Exempt federally qualified health centers from having to obtain a prior authorization for behavioral health services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt federally qualified health centers from having to obtain a prior authorization for behavioral health services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-27","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-27","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4840/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4840&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2094477,"bill_number":"SB604","title":"Extending Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementia Advisory Council sunset date","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementia Advisory Council sunset date.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB604/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=604&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2095523,"bill_number":"HB4893","title":"Increase the penalties for contempt of court in a magistrate court","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the penalties for contempt of court in magistrate court.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4893/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4893&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2095524,"bill_number":"SR21","title":"Designating January 29, 2026, as Jan Lilly-Stewart Disability Advocacy Day at Capitol","description":"Designating January 29, 2026, as Jan Lilly-Stewart Disability Advocacy Day at Capitol","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR21/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=21&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2095526,"bill_number":"HB4860","title":"Direct Classroom Funding Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Direct Classroom Funding Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4860/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4860&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2095527,"bill_number":"SB651","title":"Relating to sale of certain properties subject to delinquent tax liens","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a more consistent process when handling the sale of tax liens and non-entered, escheated and waste and unappropriated lands by providing all lands subject to sale under this article be certified before July 1; providing all land sales be completed within 150 days after the auditor has certified the lands; and clarifying payment shall be made to the sheriff of the county in which the property is situated.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB651/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=651&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2095530,"bill_number":"HB4889","title":"To give state retirees a 10% increase","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a graduated increase in retirement benefits to state employees and teachers over a three-year period.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4889/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4889&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095532,"bill_number":"SR19","title":"Designating January 28, 2026, as WV Tourism and History Day at Legislature","description":"Designating January 28, 2026, as WV Tourism and History Day at Legislature","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR19/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=19&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2095533,"bill_number":"HB4864","title":"Providing for election reform and protections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for election reform. The bill defines \"Public Election Related Information and Data.\" The bill allows for the public disclosure of this data through the Freedom of Information Act. The bill provides for the maintenance of Public Election Related Information and Data including cast vote records. The bill provides for restrictions of certain electronic software voting systems and contingent hand counting procedures. Finally, the bill provides for the random physical inspection of electronic voting systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4864/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4864&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jim Butler"},
{"bill_id":2095536,"bill_number":"HB4863","title":"The West Virginia Refugee Absorptive Capacity Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the Refugee and Immigrant Absorptive Capacity Act. The bill provides a short title. The bill defines terms. The bill sets forth the duties of the state office within the Department of Human Services that deals with refugees and/or immigrants. The bill permits moratorium applications and cessations. The bill requires a fiscal impact assessment. The bill requires reports. The bill requires the Department of Human Services to administer the West Virginia Refugee and Immigrant Resettlement Program Plan. The bill provides a severability provision.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4863/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4863&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jim Butler"},
{"bill_id":2095538,"bill_number":"SB645","title":"Prohibiting surprise billing of ground emergency medical services by nonparticipating providers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit out-of-network emergency medical services agencies from balance billing a covered enrollee in a health insurance plan for ground ambulance services. The bill establishes the minimum payment to be made by an insurer to an out-of-network emergency medical services agency for ambulance services. The bill requires payment by the insurer directly to the out-of-network emergency medical services agency and the prompt payment of clean claims.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB645/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=645&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2095543,"bill_number":"SB635","title":"Creating Mountain Bike Responsibility Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define those areas of responsibilities and affirmativeacts for which the mountain operators are liable for loss, damage, or injury and to definethose risks that the bicyclist expressly assume.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB635/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=635&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2095547,"bill_number":"HB4856","title":"Requiring that all state agency P-card rebates received must go toward stabilizing the PEIA fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require all P-Card rebates to be transferred to the PEIA Rainy Day Fund in order to stabilize that fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4856/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4856&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2095548,"bill_number":"HB4881","title":"Relating to obtaining title to abandoned or junked motor vehicles abandoned on the property or place of business of an automobile dealer","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement that the loan value of the motor vehicle be less than $9,500 to allow an automobile dealer, licensed automobile auction, motor vehicle repair facility or towing company upon whose property or place of business an abandoned or junked motor vehicle has been abandoned to obtain a certificate of title and registration for the abandoned motor vehicle or junked vehicle.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4881/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4881&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2095550,"bill_number":"SB643","title":"Discontinuing WV Supreme Court of Appeals Public Campaign Financing Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to discontinue the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals Public Campaign Financing Program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB643/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=643&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2095551,"bill_number":"HB4876","title":"Relating generally to child labor","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the requirement that 14 or 15 year old obtain a work permit; establishing that employer seeking to hire a child 14 or older receive an age certificate from the commission prior to employing the child; providing commissioner the authority to issue age certificates for children ages 14 and over; and providing penalties for a person that issues an age certificate in violation of the article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4876/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4876&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2095554,"bill_number":"HB4861","title":"Authorizing county boards to designate rural anchor schools.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county boards to designate rural anchor schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4861/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4861&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2095556,"bill_number":"SB641","title":"Relating generally to aboveground storage tanks","description":"The purpose of this bill is to alter the definition of an aboveground storage tank.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB641/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=641&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2095560,"bill_number":"HB4855","title":"To the elimination of the West Virginia Department of Education and providing direct funding for education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the West Virginia Department of Education and provide direct funding for education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4855/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4855&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2095564,"bill_number":"SB639","title":"Levying user fee on cigarettes to support EMS","description":"The purpose of this bill is to levy a $1 user fee on cigarettes; provide the user fee be directed to support Emergency Medical Services; and create a special revenue fund to receive funds from the created user fee.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB639/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=639&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2095566,"bill_number":"HB4854","title":"Prohibiting the state or any political subdivision from subsidizing any data center in West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the state or any political subdivision from subsidizing any data center in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4854/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4854&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2095570,"bill_number":"SB636","title":"Allowing intergovernmental agreements with Land Stewardship Corporation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow intergovernmental agreements with the Land Stewardship Corporation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB636/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=636&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2095573,"bill_number":"HB4877","title":"Relating to modifying the priority of insurance coverage for drivers of certain vehicles to make consistent with federal law","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the priority of insurance coverage for persons operating a vehicle for the purpose of test driving or loaned out by the seller of a vehicle to be consistent with federal law governing insurance coverage for rental vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4877/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4877&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2095574,"bill_number":"SB637","title":"Establishing tax credit for certain physicians who locate to practice in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tax credit for physicians who are new graduates and locate in West Virginia to practice medicine for at least six years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB637/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=637&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2095576,"bill_number":"HB4871","title":"Make available vegetarian meal option for students enrolled in schools, provided that such meals comply with all applicable federal nutritional guidelines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide students enrolled in schools with the option of vegetarian meals which comply with all applicable federal nutritional guidelines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4871/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4871&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2095579,"bill_number":"HB4900","title":"To mandate county boards of education to provide feminine hygiene products in all public elementary, middle, and high schools for female students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide free feminine hygiene products to female students in public schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4900/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4900&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095582,"bill_number":"SR20","title":"Recognizing and honoring victims of Agent Orange exposure during Vietnam War","description":"Recognizing and honoring victims of Agent Orange exposure during Vietnam War","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR20/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=20&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2095586,"bill_number":"HB4878","title":"Relating to deadly force","description":"The purpose of this bill is to strengthen the West Virginia castle doctrine. The bill provides a complete defense from civil and/or criminal prosecution against persons lawfully using force in defensive actions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4878/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4878&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Margitta Mazzocchi"},
{"bill_id":2095587,"bill_number":"SB638","title":"Creating Forensic Pathology Recruitment Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to recruit forensic pathologists; set forth a purpose; define terms; set forth eligibility criteria; set forth required loan repayment documents and procedure; designate the Department of Health to administer the program; set forth award requirements and procedure; create a fund; require rulemaking; and set forth minimum salary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB638/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=638&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2095589,"bill_number":"HB4888","title":"To modify child support payments for working parents","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove child support when both parents get equal custody and both parents work.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4888/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4888&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095592,"bill_number":"HB4868","title":"West Virginia Consumer Privacy Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the West Virginia Consumer Privacy Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4868/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4868&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2095593,"bill_number":"HB4869","title":"Establish narrow, clearly bounded guaranteed-issue rights for Medicare Supplement policies in West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a narrow, clearly bounded guaranteed-issue rights for Medicare Supplement (Medigap) policies in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4869/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4869&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2095599,"bill_number":"HB4895","title":"Relating to establishing an unborn child tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a new $2,000 state income tax exemption, beginning in tax year 2027, for each unborn child carried by a resident individual.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4895/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4895&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2095600,"bill_number":"HB4891","title":"To require all utility companies to absorb the costs of maintenance, upgrades, and repairs for their pipes, cables, utility poles, electrical lines, and other necessities without increasing rates or costs to consumers/customers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that utility companies absorb the costs associated with maintenance and upgrades without passing that cost on to customers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4891/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4891&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095602,"bill_number":"HB4867","title":"To clarify the process of royalty payments for wells in this state.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the method of reporting and payments from all oil and gas wells royalties. The bill provides the method of calculations and payment of royalties requiring auditing of information relating to leased premises, and transparency and monitoring of leased minerals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4867/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4867&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2095606,"bill_number":"SB640","title":"Prohibiting release of certain personal information of contributors to political elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the release of addresses and names of employers of persons who make contributions to political elections and providing misdemeanor criminal penalty.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/2/2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB640/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=640&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2095608,"bill_number":"HB4886","title":"Relating to guidelines for home confinement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify where a person incarcerated on home confinement may travel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4886/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4886&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095611,"bill_number":"HB4887","title":"Authorizing sheriffs who are members of the public retirement system to retire upon attaining the age of sixty-two with eight or more years of services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize sheriffs who are members of the public retirement system to retire upon attaining the age of sixty-two with eight or more years of service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4887/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4887&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095612,"bill_number":"HB4853","title":"Relating to hospitals establishing protocols for providing trauma informed care to patients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish protocol for hospitals to provide patients with trauma informed care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4853/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4853&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2095614,"bill_number":"HB4852","title":"Relating to regulation of foods","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define terms related to food ingredients.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Referred to Rules on 2nd reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4852/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4852&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2095623,"bill_number":"HB4890","title":"A 10% raise to non-uniformed corrections workers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a pay raise to administrative employees, staff, and non-uniformed personnel of the Division of Corrections, Division of Juvenile Services, and the West Virginia Regional Jail and Correctional Facility Authority in order to retain current workers and attract new workers to this field.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4890/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4890&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095624,"bill_number":"HB4892","title":"To expand the provisionof the literacy-based promation act in order to provide certin intervention and implementation stratagies for literacy proficiency among students in grade 4 through grade 8","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the provisions of the Literacy Based Promotion Act in order to provide certain intervention and implementation strategies for literacy proficiency among students in grade four through grade eight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4892/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4892&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2095626,"bill_number":"HB4880","title":"Protection of deployed service members","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create \"The Deployed Servicemembers Protection Act\", provide legislative findings, provide definitions, and describe protections for servicemembers and penalties for violating them.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4880/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4880&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2095628,"bill_number":"SB642","title":"Clarifying requirements before assessor can be nominated for property valuation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify requirements before an assessor can be nominated and provide preference when certain requirements are met.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB642/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=642&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2095631,"bill_number":"HB4866","title":"Relating to creating the West Virginia Public Participation Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Public Participation Protection Act. The Act applies to certain causes of action where protection of freedom of speech is concerned.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4866/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4866&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2095633,"bill_number":"SB644","title":"Requiring Economic Development Authority participate in federal tax credit scholarship program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the State Treasurer to participate in the federal tax credit scholarship program; and to identify qualified scholarship organizations and schools.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB644/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=644&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2095634,"bill_number":"HB4894","title":"Relating to utility affordability and economic competitiveness","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore utility affordability and reliability.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Motion to table the motion to discharge adopted","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4894/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4894&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2095640,"bill_number":"HB4897","title":"Utility Credit for Private Public-Access Recreation Spaces","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a utility credit for private public-access recreation spaces.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4897/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4897&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ian Masters"},
{"bill_id":2095641,"bill_number":"HB4873","title":"To remove the 2 year timeframe for medical malpractice suits to be filed only for individuals who were minors when they had their procedures performed","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify when a minor may bring a medical malpractice cause of action.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4873/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4873&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095644,"bill_number":"HB4882","title":"Repealing vehicle inspection sticker requirements in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the article creating mandatory state inspections of motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4882/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4882&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2095646,"bill_number":"HB4884","title":"To recalculate how child support payments are made","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify calculation to use net pay instead of adjusted gross income.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4884/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4884&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095647,"bill_number":"HB4872","title":"To allow for the reinstatement of retired Deputy Sheriffs to their former departments.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide guidelines for reinstating sheriff's deputies to their former departments after retirement and defining applicability, eligibility, and rules for the process.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4872/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4872&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095650,"bill_number":"HB4865","title":"Providing for a program allowing election official trainees to be appointed as election officials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a program allowing election official trainees to be appointed as election officials.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4865/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4865&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2095653,"bill_number":"HB4875","title":"To provide a 25% pay increase for state school service personnel (all salary scales)","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a 25% pay increase for state school service personnel across all salary scales.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4875/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4875&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095654,"bill_number":"HB4858","title":"Determine credits for qualified rehabilitated buildings investment","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the tax credit for qualified rehabilitated buildings investment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4858/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4858&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2095659,"bill_number":"SB648","title":"Strategic and Critical Resources Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to promote the development and availability of strategic and critical resources through uniform statewide regulation, to reserve regulatory authority to the state and federal governments, and to preempt local regulation except as expressly provided.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB648/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=648&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2095660,"bill_number":"HB4896","title":"Requiring the three Commissioners of the State Public Service Commission to be elected positions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that Commissioners to the Public Service Commission be an elected position; to establish that during the general election in 2026 three commissioners be elected to the Public Service Commission to a term of four years; to modify ballot to include commissioners; to provide that the Governor fill a vacancy in the office of commissioner for the unexpired term; and to establish requirements for the commissioners.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4896/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4896&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095664,"bill_number":"HB4902","title":"Place Correction and Rehab state workers into a separate category from other state workers and increase their salary scales.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a pay equity salary adjustment and increase be provided to all employees of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4902/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4902&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095667,"bill_number":"HB4903","title":"Provide a pay equity salary adjustment and increase to certain employees of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a pay equity salary adjustment for non-uniformed employees of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4903/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4903&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095668,"bill_number":"HB4870","title":"Determining campaign finance report deadlines during legislative sessions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the deadlines for filing campaign finance reports.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4870/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4870&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2095672,"bill_number":"SR22","title":"Designating October 14 as “Charlie Kirk Day” in WV","description":"Designating October 14 as “Charlie Kirk Day” in WV","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR22/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=22&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2095674,"bill_number":"SB650","title":"Designating psychiatric hospital that treats exclusively civil and forensic patients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that a psychiatric hospital with an average annual inpatient census patient mix of greater than 95 percent of court-ordered forensic and civil involuntary commitments from state custody or from a state-owned hospital qualifies as a \"state-designated facility\" for purposes of the statute.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB650/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=650&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bennett Queen"},
{"bill_id":2095680,"bill_number":"SB652","title":"Relating to distribution of tax revenues collected from data centers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the distribution of ad valorem property tax revenues collected from high impact data centers so that 80% of such revenues are provided to the counties in which such data centers are sited.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB652/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=652&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2095683,"bill_number":"HB4899","title":"Requiring all hospitals and medical offices to send a notice to all former or current patients when they turn 18, informing them that if they have had any negative or adverse side effects of a procedure that was performed on them as a child to contact the hospital or office to inform them of the issue","description":"The purpose of this bill is to requires persons or entities rendering medical services to patients who were under the age of 18 years at the time of the services to notify these patients after they reach 18 years of age to contact the providers of any adverse or negative effects experienced from the services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4899/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4899&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095684,"bill_number":"SB646","title":"Relating to WV employer-provided or sponsored child care tax credit program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify certain requirements for eligibility for West Virginia's Employer-Provided or Sponsored Child Care Tax Credit program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB646/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=646&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2095686,"bill_number":"HB4883","title":"Abolish the tax on overtime pay","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt personal income tax on overtime pay.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4883/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4883&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095687,"bill_number":"HB4879","title":"To revise and update all provisions of state code relating to the West Virginia State Guard","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise and update the provisions of state code relating to all aspects of the West Virginia State Guard.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4879/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4879&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2095690,"bill_number":"SB647","title":"Allowing physician assistants to own practice","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow physician assistants to own a practice.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB647/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=647&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2095692,"bill_number":"SB653","title":"Placing statue of remembrance in rotunda","description":"The purpose of this bill is to place a statue of U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstom in a corner of the rotunda of the Capitol.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB653/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=653&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2095696,"bill_number":"HB4862","title":"Relating to the responsibility of a board of a public service district to cooperate with a county commission in the sale of assets of a public service district that is being dissolved, sold or merged with another public service district.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the board of a public service district to cooperate with a county commission when the county commission has authorized the dissolution, sale or merger of the district with another public service district.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4862/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4862&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2095699,"bill_number":"HB4898","title":"Requiring the West Virginia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to provide an inmate with one physical copy of their birth certificate and social security card upon release","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that the Division of Corrections provide each probationer with physical copies of their birth certificate and Social Security Administration card upon release from a facility.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4898/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4898&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095700,"bill_number":"HB4901","title":"Modifying the Occupational Pneumoconiois award categories for Worker’s Compensation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a set of payment guidelines for pulmonary massive fibroids without current pulmonary impairment in order to care for those who face future impairment that would otherwise fall outside of the timeframe for filing a complaint.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4901/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4901&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095702,"bill_number":"SB649","title":"Requiring coverage of home blood pressure monitoring devices for certain Medicaid recipients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require Medicaid coverage for blood pressure monitoring devices to be offered to certain persons who have been diagnosed with hypertension.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB649/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=649&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2095705,"bill_number":"HB4885","title":"To remove the state tax on gasoline at the pumps","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove taxes on gasoline.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4885/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4885&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2095706,"bill_number":"HB4874","title":"Combining rolls of the Assessor’s Office and Division of Motor Vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to streamline the process of personal property tax assessment by requiring the Division of Motor Vehicles to supply personal property records of all motor vehicles owned to the Tax Assessor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4874/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4874&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2095708,"bill_number":"HB4859","title":"Allowing a county board of education participating in the operation of a multicounty vocational center to withdraw","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a county board of education participating in a multicounty vocational center to determine that a career technical education program be part of the local high school; and allow the program to be a state-approved program of study or a locally created program of study.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4859/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4859&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2100229,"bill_number":"HB4857","title":"Increasing penalty for transporting telecommunicating devices into jails.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make transportation of a telecommunication device into a state correctional facility a felony.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-28","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4857/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4857&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2101012,"bill_number":"HB4940","title":"Relating to teacher fundraising","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that counties or their officers may not prevent crowd-funding, or other meaningful current methods for fundraising, from the available fundraising methods available to teachers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4940/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4940&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101018,"bill_number":"HB4921","title":"Relating to the Second Amendment Preservation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a misdemeanor offense by federal agents or employees who attempt to enforce decrees or writs not approved by Congress or issued by due process. The Attorney General is charged with enforcement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4921/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4921&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101022,"bill_number":"SB666","title":"Determining liability for exposure to asbestos or silica","description":"Determining liability for exposure to asbestos or silica","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB666/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=666&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2101029,"bill_number":"HB4956","title":"To change the beginning of the school year to the Tuesday after Labor Day and the end of the school year to the Friday before Memorial Day.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that the educational instructional term for students shall begin no earlier than the Tuesday after Labor Day and conclude no later than the Friday before Memorial Day.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4956/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4956&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101032,"bill_number":"SB663","title":"Allowing parents to refuse family court-ordered medical procedure of child against parents' wishes","description":"Allowing parents to refuse family court-ordered medical procedure of child against parents' wishes","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB663/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=663&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2101037,"bill_number":"HB4978","title":"Permitting Workforce WV to actively reach out to Unemployment Compensation filers with available jobs that fit their prior job history and salary range","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit Workforce West Virginia to provide unemployment claimants with information from private employers, including positions tailored to their prior job history and salary range.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4978/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4978&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2101043,"bill_number":"HB4936","title":"Removing the 140 day a year cap placed on the amount of days a year a retired teacher can work before having their retirement penalized","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the number of days a retired teacher may accept employment may extend beyond 140 days under specific conditions; and to prohibit reduction of benefits or requiring additional contributions for retirement benefits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4936/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4936&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101051,"bill_number":"HB4916","title":"Eliminate state taxes on tobacco, vape, alcohol products, and gambling","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal taxes on alcohol, tobacco, and gambling.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4916/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4916&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101057,"bill_number":"HB4971","title":"Relating to preliminary planning for future electric substations near industrial parks on certain high voltage transmission lines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require electric substations be located near industrial parks for certain high voltage transmission lines.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4971/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4971&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2101061,"bill_number":"HB4920","title":"To nullify any ATF powers by the federal government to regulate intrastate firearm sales in West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Second Amendment Preservation Act. The bill states a short title; provides legislative findings; prohibits regulation of intrastate firearm sales and transfers; provides for civil and criminal penalties; authorizes Attorney General to defend and prosecute; and addresses sovereign immunity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4920/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4920&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101066,"bill_number":"HB4959","title":"Limiting amount event tickets can be sold for above original price","description":"The purpose of this bill is to forbid reselling tickets to events in this state at more than a 3% markup from the face value of the ticket.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4959/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4959&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101071,"bill_number":"HB4941","title":"To provide a raise for special education aides, as well as a raise for self-contained special education teachers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to match the salaries of Aide I, II, III, IV, V (Special Education Aides) with that of Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teachers and then increasing that amount by 5% for the Aide V position; increase the pay of self-contained, special education teachers by 10%; define a critical vacancy; and to require board staff who are certified in the subject area of a critical vacancy to go to the classroom and fill that position until someone is hired to do so.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4941/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4941&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101080,"bill_number":"HB4937","title":"Establish mandated monthly half days for students to all allow school staff planning time","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a mandated monthly half day for students to allow for school staff planning time.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4937/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4937&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101086,"bill_number":"HJR29","title":"Amendment to Clarify WV Board of Education duties and authority","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose an amendment to section two, article XII of the Constitution to clarifying the duties and authorities of the West Virginia Board of Education. The amendment is designated \"Clarification of West Virginia Board of Education Duties and Authority.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR29/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=29&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2101090,"bill_number":"HB4965","title":"Relating to patient-centered treatment flexibility within the Public Employees Insurance Agency","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a patient who has received prior authorization from the Public Employees Insurance Agency for treatment of a medical condition to receive an alternative covered treatment for the same condition without additional prior authorization, provided the alternative treatment is medically appropriate and does not exceed the cost of the originally authorized treatment.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/31/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4965/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4965&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2101098,"bill_number":"HB4947","title":"Allow Religious Exemptions for vaccines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide exemptions from mandatory immunizations based on religious reasons.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4947/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4947&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2101101,"bill_number":"HB4933","title":"Relating to the tax exemption of a citizen who paid to have a cat or dog spayed or neutered","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a tax credit for the cost of spaying or neutering a dog or cat.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4933/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4933&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101108,"bill_number":"HB4912","title":"Regarding emergency ambulance fees for owners of collocated rental units","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide fairness in the application of the special emergency ambulance service fee by ensuring that small lodging businesses such as cabin and campsite owners are treated equitably with hotels and motels and not charged disproportionately high fees relative to their capacity and economic scale.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4912/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4912&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2101116,"bill_number":"HB4949","title":"Relating to Legislative Rules regarding chemicals of emerging concern","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that certain legislative rules proposed by state agencies regarding chemicals of emerging concern shall be based upon the best available science and the weight of the scientific evidence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4949/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4949&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2101121,"bill_number":"HB4957","title":"To change the amount of days in a school year from 180 to 160.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set the school calendar to 160 days of instruction.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4957/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4957&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101127,"bill_number":"HB4931","title":"Relating to the protection of firearm owner privacy and prohibition of registries","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Protection of Firearm Owner Privacy and Prohibition of Registries Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4931/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4931&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101133,"bill_number":"HB4976","title":"To add definitions for special plates of Class G Vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the requirements needed before approving production of license plates.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4976/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4976&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2101138,"bill_number":"HB4923","title":"Protecting Due Process in Firearm Confiscation Related to Protective Orders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a full adversarial hearing before a court of record before a respondent may be prohibited from possessing any firearm or ammunition, under mandatory provisions in protective order and then only by clear and convincing evidence. The bill also provides for automatic appeal by respondent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4923/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4923&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101143,"bill_number":"HB4973","title":"Relating to raising the state minimum salary for teachers to $50,000 beginning in school year 2026-2027","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a minimum salary of $50,000 for teachers and providing at least a $2,000 salary increase for all teachers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4973/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4973&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2101150,"bill_number":"SB661","title":"Clarifying commercial real property insurance policies","description":"Clarifying commercial real property insurance policies","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB661/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=661&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2101156,"bill_number":"HB4927","title":"To eliminate the Personal Income tax in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to abolish personal income tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4927/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4927&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101162,"bill_number":"HB4972","title":"To expressly prohibit motorcycle lane splitting and lane filtering in West Virginia while preserving a motorcycle’s full use of a lane","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expressly prohibit motorcycle lane splitting and lane filtering in West Virginia while preserving a motorcycle's full use of a lane.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4972/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4972&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2101169,"bill_number":"HB4911","title":"Redefining political party","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the definition of a political party for all state and local elections by providing official ballot status to a political party that has received at least one percent of the votes in the preceding general election for a statewide office or has at least 5,000 voters registered as members. The bill also makes the definition applicable to municipalities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4911/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4911&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101174,"bill_number":"SB660","title":"Relating to spousal coverage under PEIA","description":"Relating to spousal coverage under PEIA","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB660/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=660&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2101177,"bill_number":"HB4961","title":"Cap the amount of family income eligible for Hope Scholarships","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a cap on the amount of family income eligible for the Hope Scholarship.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4961/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4961&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2101187,"bill_number":"HB4946","title":"Authorizing a pilot program for a four day school week","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Board of Education to authorizing the State Board of Education to implement a two year county pilot program to change the school week from five days to four days subject to compliance with §18-5-45 of the code which requires the board to hold at least two public meetings that allow parents, teachers, teacher organizations, businesses, and other interested parties within the county to discuss the school calendar.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4946/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4946&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101191,"bill_number":"HB4910","title":"To oppose the use of eminent domain in West Virginia for private corporation benefit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect the citizens of the West Virginia from losing their property to eminent domain.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4910/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4910&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101196,"bill_number":"HB4939","title":"To provide $10,000 a year salary increase for any teacher who goes through the National Board Certification process and becomes nationally certified","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a $10,000 a year salary increase for any teacher who goes through the National Board Certification process and becomes nationally certified.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4939/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4939&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101202,"bill_number":"HB4926","title":"Second Amendment Reaffirmation and Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the \"Second Amendment Reaffirmation and Protection Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4926/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4926&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101213,"bill_number":"SB654","title":"Establishing salon training program","description":"Establishing salon training program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB654/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=654&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2101220,"bill_number":"SB667","title":"Relating to settlement definitions for real estate transactions","description":"Relating to settlement definitions for real estate transactions","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB667/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=667&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2101224,"bill_number":"HB4981","title":"Relating to state psychiatric hospital designations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that a psychiatric hospital with an average annual inpatient census patient mix of greater than 95 percent of court-ordered forensic and civil involuntary commitments from state custody or from a state-owned hospital qualifies as a \"state-designated facility\" for purposes of the statute.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4981/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4981&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2101230,"bill_number":"HB4968","title":"To exempt the first $20,000 of earnings from the state income tax for West Virginia residents","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt the first $20,000 of income of resident individuals from personal income taxation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4968/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4968&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101236,"bill_number":"SB662","title":"Relating to colorectal cancer prevention","description":"Relating to colorectal cancer prevention","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB662/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=662&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2101242,"bill_number":"HB4918","title":"Mandate the number of School days or hours required","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that county schools shall have either 180 days of instructional hours or 990 hours per year, but flexibility shall be provided to a county to determine when this occurred.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4918/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4918&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101246,"bill_number":"HB4932","title":"Providing for the use of “A.C.” as a name ending for an accounting corporation.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the use of \"A.C.\" as a name ending for an accounting corporation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4932/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4932&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2101254,"bill_number":"SB668","title":"Providing compensation to victims of abusive lawsuits","description":"Providing compensation to victims of abusive lawsuits","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB668/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=668&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2101261,"bill_number":"HB4917","title":"Relating to the termination of the authority’s certificate of need program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to terminate the West Virginia Health Care Authority; terminate the authority's certificate of need program; providing the termination of the authority's cooperative agreement review process; provide definitions; establishing when the secretary shall propose a repeal; clarify the transfer of the authority's remaining powers, assets, records, and employees to the Secretary of the Department of Health; clarify the money to be transferred to the general revenue fund; and establish exemptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4917/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4917&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101266,"bill_number":"HB4958","title":"To create the Southern Coalfield Resiliency and Revitalization Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Southern Coalfield Resiliency and Revitalization program to identify and prioritize existing resources that can be directed to support economic development efforts in the Boone, Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming counties; establish a revitalization council to manage these activities; and provide technical assistance support, services, and resources to support community revitalization of the Southern Coalfield counties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4958/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4958&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101271,"bill_number":"HB4960","title":"Provide an increase in salary to WV Birth to Three contracted therapists and employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase payment for professional service provided to the West Virginia Birth-to-Three program by therapists and other professionals who are not employed by a state agency by 25 percent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4960/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4960&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2101278,"bill_number":"SB664","title":"Allowing power of attorney or conservator to sign transfer on death deed","description":"Allowing power of attorney or conservator to sign transfer on death deed","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB664/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=664&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2101282,"bill_number":"HB4915","title":"Sudden Death Reporting and Stransparency Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Sudden Death Reporting and Vaccine Transparency Act.\" It charges the Chief Medical Examiner with investigating all sudden or unexplained deaths, which are defined as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID); Sudden Death in the Young (SDY); Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS); or Any unexpected, unattended, or unexplained death of an individual under the age of 30.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4915/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4915&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101289,"bill_number":"HB4906","title":"To exempt individuals over 70 from real estate taxes beginning tax year 2027","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a real and personal property tax exemption for residents 70 years or older and clarify who qualifies for the Homestead Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4906/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4906&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2101295,"bill_number":"HB4980","title":"To establish civil liability for judges who knowingly violate the law, conduct unlawful hearings, or abuse litigants in the performance of their duties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Judicial Accountability and Civil Liability Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4980/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4980&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2101301,"bill_number":"SB657","title":"Creating Cohen Craddock Student Athlete Safety Act","description":"Creating Cohen Craddock Student Athlete Safety Act","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB657/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=657&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2101306,"bill_number":"SB665","title":"Protecting environment and humans from geoengineering and weather modification experiments","description":"Protecting environment and humans from geoengineering and weather modification experiments","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB665/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=665&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2101316,"bill_number":"HB4979","title":"Reinstituting the maintenance of actions for alienation of affection and criminal conversation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reinstitute the maintenance of civil actions for alienation of affection and criminal conversation","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4979/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4979&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2101321,"bill_number":"HB4974","title":"Relating generally to persons porhibited from possessing firearms.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to persons prohibited from possessing firearms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4974/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4974&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ian Masters"},
{"bill_id":2101327,"bill_number":"HB4955","title":"To ensure that classroom sizes are equal without losing a teachers aide","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make classroom sizes equal so that aides can be best utilized and one-on-one time with teachers and students can be maximized without losing the use of an aide.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4955/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4955&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101335,"bill_number":"HJR31","title":"To set term limits for WV legislature","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia to prevent any person from serving more than two consecutive terms in the State Senate or more than four consecutive terms in the House of Delegates, for terms beginning after the ratification of the proposed amendment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR31/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=31&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101342,"bill_number":"SB670","title":"Adopting Uniform Protected Series Act","description":"Adopting Uniform Protected Series Act","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB670/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=670&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Martin"},
{"bill_id":2101348,"bill_number":"HB4963","title":"Relating to establishing an additional modification reducing federal adjusted gross income relating to taxes on tips and overtime","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an additional modification reducing federal adjusted gross income relating to taxes on tips and overtime.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4963/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4963&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2101352,"bill_number":"HB4934","title":"Verification of voter’s physical address by Secretary of State","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of State to provide for verification of voter residence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4934/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4934&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2101357,"bill_number":"HB4953","title":"To require all West Virginia high school students to pass a Civics examination and the United States Naturalization Examination","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require all West Virginia high school students to pass a civics examination and the United States Naturalization Examination as a prerequisite for graduation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4953/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4953&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101362,"bill_number":"HB4954","title":"To provide a reduction of the tax for companies who have 75% or more of their workforce as West Virginia residents","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a reduction of the business and occupation tax rate for companies who have 75 percent or more of their workforce as West Virginia residents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4954/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4954&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101371,"bill_number":"HB4904","title":"Relating to critical vacancies in public education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define a critical vacancy and require board staff certified in the subject matters where there are vacancies to act as substitutes in those positions until someone is hired to fill that position.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4904/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4904&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101379,"bill_number":"HB4952","title":"Related to the establishment of the Charter School Direct Loan Program and the Charter School Credit Enhancement Program within the West Virginia Economic Development Authority","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Charter School Direct Loan Program and the Charter School Credit Enhancement Program within the West Virginia Economic Development Authority to support the growth of public charter schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4952/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4952&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2101383,"bill_number":"HB4913","title":"Working Farm Property Tax Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Working Farm Tax Protection Preservation Act\" that will exempt the first 100 acres of farmland from ad valorem tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4913/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4913&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101390,"bill_number":"HB4905","title":"Removing fees teachers have to pay in order to obtain any teaching license, certification, or additional continuing education credit hours (reporting fee) to the state Board of Education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove all fees charged by the West Virginia State Department of Education associated with teacher licensure, certification, and registering the completion of continuing credit hours.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4905/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4905&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101398,"bill_number":"HB4928","title":"To end double taxation on rental properties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to lower rent for tenants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4928/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4928&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101403,"bill_number":"HB4929","title":"Creating the Truth in Taxation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Truth in Taxation Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4929/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4929&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2101408,"bill_number":"HB4930","title":"Creating exemption from sales tax for diapers and baby items","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from sales tax certain infant products and hygiene products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4930/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4930&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2101413,"bill_number":"SB659","title":"Prohibiting certain restrictions on regulation of accessory dwelling units","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit municipalities from prohibiting certain restrictions on the regulation of accessory dwelling units.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/14/2026","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB659/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=659&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2101426,"bill_number":"HB4970","title":"To require all state employees, county employees, and employees of county school boards to be subject to random drug testing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require mandatory drug testing for all classes of employees of county commissions, the state of West Virginia, State Board of Education, and in K through 12 schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4970/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4970&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101432,"bill_number":"HB4938","title":"Require county boards of education to train at least one professional staff member at each school in a grant writing procedures.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county boards of education to train at least one professional staff member at each school in grant writing procedures.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4938/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4938&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101437,"bill_number":"HCR16","title":"A resolution to task the Economic Development Authority to find land around Flatwoods and funding and businesses to make an area similar to Pigeon Forge to increase tourism and entertainment","description":"A resolution to task the Economic Development Authority to find land around Flatwoods and funding and businesses to make an area similar to Pigeon Forge to increase tourism and entertainment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR16/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=16&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101441,"bill_number":"HJR30","title":"Repeal of Property Taxes","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to permit the Legislature to repeal homestead real property tax and to require the Legislature create a mechanism to replace funding that counties receive from the homestead real property tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR30/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=30&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101451,"bill_number":"HB4924","title":"To prohibiting municipalities participating in the home rule program from establishing on discrimination ordinances that include protected classes in addition to what is designated in state statute.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit municipalities participating in the home rule program from establishing nondiscrimination ordinances that include protected classes in addition to what is designated in state statute.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4924/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4924&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101454,"bill_number":"HB4935","title":"Relating to requiring paper ballots in all elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require paper ballots in all elections. The bill prohibits electronic voting. Finally, the bill requires photo identification to vote.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4935/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4935&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2101460,"bill_number":"HJR28","title":"Property taxes would end at the time that a morgage is paid off unless the property is left abandoned for more than four years","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the Constitution to permit the Legislature to adopt general laws exempting from taxation any amount of the value of all or certain real property, or of personal property in the form of a mobile home, used exclusively for residential purposes and occupied by the owner or one of the owners thereof as his or her residence who is a citizen of this state, for so long as the real property is not encumbered by a mortgage.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR28/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=28&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2101467,"bill_number":"HB4919","title":"To abolish the Department of Economic Development and the cabinet board position","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the article creating the Department of Economic Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4919/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4919&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101476,"bill_number":"HB4962","title":"Drug-Related Nuisances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create legal procedures and penalties for drug related nuisances.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4962/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4962&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2101480,"bill_number":"HB4982","title":"Make West Virginia Healthy Act of 2026","description":"Relating generally to the reestablishment of a statewide Healthy Lifestyles program","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/28/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4982/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4982&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2101487,"bill_number":"HB4914","title":"West Virginia Education Freedom and Parental Empowerment Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Education Freedom and Parental Empowerment Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4914/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4914&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101493,"bill_number":"HB4969","title":"To increase the pay for retired state employees by 5% over three years beginning in 2025","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a gradual increase in state retirement benefits through July 1, 2028.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4969/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4969&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101497,"bill_number":"HB4907","title":"Restricting the use of pesticides","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restrict the use of certain pesticides.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4907/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4907&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2101503,"bill_number":"HCR15","title":"Dedicating November 7th as “Pastor Appreciation Day”","description":"Dedicating November 7th as “Pastor Appreciation Day”","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR15/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=15&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101509,"bill_number":"HB4922","title":"To exempt all WV residents 65 and older from personal property taxes and real estate property taxes effective Jan 1, 2027","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a real and personal property tax exemption for residents 65 years or older and clarify who qualifies for the Homestead Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4922/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4922&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101516,"bill_number":"HB4945","title":"Prohibit the use of electronic devices for learning in all classrooms grades 3 and below","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of electronic devices for learning and testing in all classrooms for students in grade three and below.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4945/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4945&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101523,"bill_number":"SB655","title":"Establishing Right to Race Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Right to Race Act. The bill defines terms. The bill sets forth actions brought upon racetracks. The bill sets forth relevant claims. The bill sets forth political subdivision restrictions. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB655/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=655&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2101529,"bill_number":"HB4951","title":"Requiring MDs and DOs to complete continuing education","description":"Requiring M.D.’s and D.O.’s to complete continuing education","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4951/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4951&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2101532,"bill_number":"SB669","title":"Relating to general powers of PSC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify when the Public Service Commission can approve utility rate increases.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB669/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=669&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2101541,"bill_number":"HB4908","title":"To require a guilty verdict, before any property of any type are taken from an individual","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the practice of civil asset forfeiture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4908/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4908&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101545,"bill_number":"HB4950","title":"To establish the West Virginia Freedom and Innovation Pilot Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Freedom and Innovation Pilot Act of 2026. The bill provides for a short title. The bill provides for the enactment of the program. Finally, the bill provides for a sunset and review date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4950/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4950&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2101551,"bill_number":"HB4909","title":"Relating to consumer protection from fraudulent telephone solicitation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish comprehensive protections against telephone solicitation fraud, spoofing, and abuse; to require modern safeguards by telecommunications providers; to impose strong penalties on violators; and to direct enforcement proceeds to local fire and emergency medical.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4909/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4909&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bryan Smith"},
{"bill_id":2101561,"bill_number":"HB4966","title":"Increase the penalty for adults who buy vapes and cartiges for underage children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create penalties for adults who purchase tobacco products for underage children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4966/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4966&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101566,"bill_number":"SB658","title":"Relating to certified microgrid district projects and certified high impact data center projects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore local control and regulatory authority over certified microgrid districts and certified data centers to counties and municipalities in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB658/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=658&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2101571,"bill_number":"HB4942","title":"To establish requirements for adult supervision on county school buses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the presence of a second adult on a school bus when elementary children are mixed with middle school aged or high school aged children on a route.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4942/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4942&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101576,"bill_number":"HB4975","title":"To consolidate county boards of education and create regional districts.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to consolidate county school boards into 11 regional districts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4975/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4975&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2101581,"bill_number":"HB4964","title":"To establish a phased implementation of a Community-Based Child Welfare system in West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a community-based child welfare system program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4964/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4964&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2101590,"bill_number":"HB4948","title":"To create a buffer zone between a data center and residence, school or house of worship","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a minimum 500-foot buffer zone between the construction or establishment of a data center and a residence or school or house of worship.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4948/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4948&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101596,"bill_number":"HB4944","title":"To determine the salaries of all county Superintendent of School based on population.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish maximum salaries of county school superintendents for each of the 55 counties, based on student population of each county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4944/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4944&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101602,"bill_number":"SB656","title":"Relating to ethics reforms at PSC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to implement certain ethics reforms at the Public Service Commission of West Virginia. The bill requires financial disclosures made by commission members to be made available online; requires commission members to act in furtherance of the public interest; repeals certain inoperative sections of code; revises ethical criteria for commission membership and employment; and applies the code of judicial ethics to commission members.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB656/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=656&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2101605,"bill_number":"HJR32","title":"Recognition of Holy Bible as Foundational Text and Official Book of West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to recognize the Holy Bible as foundational text and official book of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR32/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=32&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2101613,"bill_number":"HB4943","title":"Require all students to be taught how to properly handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require public school students to learn how to properly handle, fold, treat, honor, display, and retire the American flag and pass an examination on this subject as a prerequisite for graduation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4943/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4943&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2101617,"bill_number":"HB4925","title":"West Virginia Prime Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia PRIME Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4925/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4925&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2101623,"bill_number":"HB4967","title":"To allow for the WVSSAC to pull coaching certificates of coaches who are found guilty of illegal recruiting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the WVSSAC to pull the coaching credentials of any coach found guilty of illegally recruiting students.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-29","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4967/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4967&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2101626,"bill_number":"HB4977","title":"Relating to authorizing municipalities to adopt an ordinance to recover demolition costs as special tax assessments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit municipalities to adopt an ordinance to recover demolition costs as special tax assessments.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4977/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4977&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2102524,"bill_number":"HB5005","title":"Providing liability protection for video cameras in certain classrooms.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide liability protections for actions against a county board of education, public charter school, or against an employee using a clear and convincing evidence standard.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Public Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5005/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5005&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Ellington"},
{"bill_id":2102526,"bill_number":"SB676","title":"Allowing certain Capitol Police officers to participate in WV State Police Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include members of the Division of Protection Services (Capitol Police) under the state police B retirement system","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB676/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=676&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2102529,"bill_number":"HB5003","title":"Relating to the process for involuntary hospitalization","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify who may order involuntary hospitalizations and when mental hygiene petitions may be filed after involuntary treatment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5003/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5003&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2102531,"bill_number":"HB4986","title":"Relating to providing additional ground for abandonment finding in an adoption proceeding","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the termination of parental rights upon certain convictions of crime.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4986/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4986&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2102535,"bill_number":"SB691","title":"Authorizing DOH to provide reimbursement for timely relocation of utilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to facilitate timely utility relocation whenever the relocation is properly completed within the dates established by the DOH. This will reduce project delays.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Communicated to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB691/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=691&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2102537,"bill_number":"HB4985","title":"Relating to strategic and critical resources, state preemption of local regulation, and foreign ownership and restricted commerce entities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to promote the development and availability of strategic and critical resources through uniform statewide regulation, to reserve regulatory authority to the state and federal governments, and to preempt local regulation except as expressly provided.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4985/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4985&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2102539,"bill_number":"SB680","title":"Repealing personal income tax and corporate net income tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the personal income tax and the corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB680/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=680&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2102543,"bill_number":"HB5001","title":"Prohibiting the termination of employment of an employee who defends themselves from an attack inside workplace","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect workers who defend themselves or others from an attack from another from termination of employment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5001/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5001&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2102548,"bill_number":"SB679","title":"Increasing protection for minors when victims of human trafficking","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide additional protection for the minor victims of sex trafficking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB679/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=679&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2102550,"bill_number":"HB4989","title":"Professional Firefighter cancer screening","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an early detection cancer screening pilot program for active and retired firefighters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4989/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4989&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2102554,"bill_number":"SR24","title":"Congratulating Jeff and Jim Kochenderfer as WV Outstanding Tree Farmers of Year","description":"Congratulating Jeff and Jim Kochenderfer as WV Outstanding Tree Farmers of Year","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR24/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=24&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2102557,"bill_number":"SB687","title":"Prohibiting obscene materials in or within 2,500 feet of WV schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit obscene materials in West Virginia schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB687/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=687&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2102562,"bill_number":"SB684","title":"Relating to required courses of instruction for private, parochial, and church schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove private, parochial, and denominational schools from the requirements for certain courses of instruction and requirements pertaining to Celebrate Freedom Week.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB684/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=684&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rollan Roberts"},
{"bill_id":2102564,"bill_number":"HB5014","title":"Modification to real property tax requirements for farm structures","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify real property tax requirements for farm structures.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5014/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5014&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2102567,"bill_number":"SB686","title":"Coal Co-tenancy Modernization and Miners Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an exception to waste and trespass for certain coal estates to encourage the safe and efficient mining, extraction, and production of coal.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB686/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=686&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2102572,"bill_number":"SB695","title":"Department of Commerce rule relating to certification of microgrid district or certification as high impact data center","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Commerce to promulgate a legislative rule relating to certification of a microgrid district or certification as a high impact data center.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB695/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=695&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2102576,"bill_number":"HB5011","title":"Allow removal of complaints from HRC to Circuit Court","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit removal of matters before the Human Rights Commission to the circuit court.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5011/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5011&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2102579,"bill_number":"SB694","title":"Removing county residency requirement for county superintendent of schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement for a county superintendent of schools to reside in the county in which he or she serves or in a contiguous county.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB694/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=694&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2102583,"bill_number":"HB5012","title":"Providing for in-year school personnel movement to meet school needs.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for in-year school personnel movement to meet school needs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5012/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5012&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Ellington"},
{"bill_id":2102587,"bill_number":"HB4993","title":"Relating to authorizing green flashing warning lights on Division of Highways vehicles, and other equipment at the discretion of the Commissioner of Highways.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow green flashing warning lights to be used by the Division of Highways, and other vehicles at the discretion of the Commissioner of Highways.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4993/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4993&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Pat McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":2102592,"bill_number":"HB4987","title":"Relating to the creation of the Safety and Violence Education for Students Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Safety and Violence Education for Students Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4987/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4987&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2102593,"bill_number":"HB4996","title":"Relating to bail in cases involving terroristic threats to schools or children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to creating mandatory bail conditions for individuals charged with making terrorist threats against a school, or a similar location.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4996/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4996&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Martin"},
{"bill_id":2102598,"bill_number":"HB5000","title":"Prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts and prohibit school employees from political activity during their work hours or on behalf of the school administration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of school resources in election advocacy efforts. The bill also prohibits school employees from political activity during work hours or engaging in such activity on behalf of the school administration.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5000/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5000&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2102600,"bill_number":"HB5006","title":"Relating to clarifying secondary sources are not the law and public policy of West Virginia in certain instances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that secondary sources are not the law and public policy of West Virginia in certain instances; and permitting the use of certified questions on issues of first impression in certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5006/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5006&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2102605,"bill_number":"SB688","title":"Establishing offense of assault or injury of service animal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the offense of assault upon or injury to a service animal and establish penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB688/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=688&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2102609,"bill_number":"HB4984","title":"Generic use of antipsychotics in Medicaid","description":"The purpose of this bill is to narrow the scope of prior authorization mandates for FDA approved antipsychotics.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4984/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4984&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2102612,"bill_number":"HB4991","title":"West Virginia First Energy Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore electric-rate stability through the continued utilization of in-state coal generation; preserve employment and investment in West Virginia's coal and natural-gas industries; and coordinate with the Electric Grid Stabilization and Security Fund to sustain dependable baseload and mid-load generation capacity statewide.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4991/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4991&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2102617,"bill_number":"HB4994","title":"Relating to utility lines on the Division of Highways rights of way","description":"The purpose of this bill is to is to facilitate timely utility relocation whenever the relocation is properly completed within the dates established by the DOH. This will reduce project delays.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4994/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4994&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Pat McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":2102619,"bill_number":"HB5013","title":"Requiring the Commissioner of Highways to develop a formula for allocating road funds among districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to incentivize counties to utilize local revenue sources for the purpose of construction, reconstruction, and maintaining roads and rights-of-way within said counties by requiring the state road commissioner to set aside 20 percent of the state road fund for the purpose of reimbursing said counties on a matching basis and to require the Commissioner of Highways to develop a formula for allocating road funds among districts, for the benefit of the counties; to make legislative findings; to require the commissioner to solicit and consider public comments; to require the commissioner to consider certain factors when developing the formula; and to require the commissioner to submit the formula to the Legislature for approval as a legislative rule.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5013/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5013&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2102624,"bill_number":"SB673","title":"Increasing tax on vapes and e-cigarettes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the tax on e-cigarette liquid and direct that these taxes be used to fund PEIA.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB673/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=673&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2102634,"bill_number":"HB5004","title":"Relating generally to PANS and PANDAS.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide health coverage for PANS/PANDAS.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5004/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5004&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ian Masters"},
{"bill_id":2102639,"bill_number":"SB678","title":"Relating to Board of Coal Mine Health and Safety quorum","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide action when a quorum of the board is present; and to modify the membership of the board to include the Director of the Office of Miners' Health, Safety and Training as an additional voting member.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB678/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=678&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2102641,"bill_number":"SB674","title":"Relating to dog racing requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that a licensed racetrack casino must not maintain an active dog racing license in order to receive telecasts and accept wagers on dog and horse races, or to otherwise apply and qualify for a video lottery or racetrack table game licenses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB674/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=674&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2102646,"bill_number":"SB692","title":"Authorizing green flashing warning lights on DOH vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow green flashing warning lights to be used by the Division of Highways, and other vehicles at the discretion of the Commissioner of Highways.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 2/25/2026","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB692/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=692&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2102648,"bill_number":"SB685","title":"Creating Natural Resources Anti-Commandeering Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect employees of the State of West Virginia and its political subdivisions from being commandeered by a federal agency or other agent to enforce federal regulations and other actions related to extractive resources or related downstream industries, which do not exist in state law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB685/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=685&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2102652,"bill_number":"HB5002","title":"In cases of mine rescues, designate miners as first responders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require mandatory mine safety programs to promulgate rules that provide for the designation of first responders from the crew working in the mine trained to prevent, detect, and fight fires, as well as responding to emergencies, emergency mine evacuation, communication, and assistance and cooperation with mines rescue crews and teams.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5002/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5002&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2102656,"bill_number":"SB693","title":"Classifying forestry equipment for levy purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reclassify forestry equipment as Class I property to provide tax benefits to forestry businesses by acknowledging forestry as a part of agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB693/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=693&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2102659,"bill_number":"SB677","title":"Relating to professionals licensed by WV Board of Medicine","description":"The purpose of this bill generally relates to professionals to be licensed by the West Virginia Board of Medicine.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB677/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=677&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2102663,"bill_number":"SB683","title":"Removing certain requirements for private, parochial, or church schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement that a kindergarten, preschool, or school education program operated by a private, parochial, or church school be recognized by West Virginia Department of Education Policy 2330 in order to be exempt from the section of code imposing certain childcare related licensure, approval, certification, and registration requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB683/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=683&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rollan Roberts"},
{"bill_id":2102666,"bill_number":"SB690","title":"Creating alternative DOH procurement procedure","description":"The purpose of this chapter is to authorize the use of certain alternative contracting procedures, to prescribe appropriate requirements to ensure that such contracting procedures serve the public interest, and to establish a process for evaluation of such contracting procedures.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB690/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=690&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2102672,"bill_number":"SB689","title":"Creating WV Homeschool Student Athletics Participation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the grade levels in which a student is allowed to transfer schools at least one time without losing academic eligibility to grades nine and 10.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB689/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=689&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2102675,"bill_number":"HB5007","title":"Creating an income tax deduction for gym memberships","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an income tax exemption for memberships to gyms in West Virginia and to set the exemption at $60 per month with a total of $720 per year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5007/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5007&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2102679,"bill_number":"HB5009","title":"Relating to zoning ordinances and their effects","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to zoning ordinances and their effects; and defines the word \"use\" to mean \"domestic use, farming, or activities on the land from where water was drawn, and not extraction for transport to another jurisdiction via bottling, storage, pipeline or otherwise.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5009/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5009&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2102683,"bill_number":"SB681","title":"Admitting localities or territories contiguous to borders into WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow admission as part of West Virginia, localities or territories that are contiguous to the borders of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB681/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=681&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2102687,"bill_number":"HB4998","title":"Provide for a raise for private investigators hired by public defender offices or court appointed panel attorneys","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the hourly rate for private investigators working for Public Defender Services from $30 to $45.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4998/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4998&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2102693,"bill_number":"HB4995","title":"Require the use of video cameras in certain special education classrooms","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of \"Oscar's Law.\" The bill addresses video cameras within special education classrooms. The bill provides protections for nonverbal and autistic children.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4995/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4995&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Martin"},
{"bill_id":2102695,"bill_number":"HB5010","title":"Prohibiting institutions of higher education and affiliate organizations from accepting gifts partnerships, or other funding relationships from foreign adversaries.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to prohibiting institutions of higher education and affiliate organizations from accepting gifts, grants, contracts, research sponsorships, partnerships, or other funding relationships from foreign adversaries. The bill provides legislative findings. The bill defines terms. The bill establishes reporting and enforcement mechanisms. The bill prohibits Confucius Institutes and other adversary-affiliated programs. The bill authorizes additional adversary designations. The bill sets July 1, 2026, as the effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5010/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5010&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2102698,"bill_number":"SB675","title":"Relating to composition of boards of governors in higher education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to promote the empowerment of young adults in West Virginia, a vital part of the state's population, by giving each elected student body member on a university board of governors voting power, which promotes our republican ideals of representative governance and accountability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB675/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=675&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2102704,"bill_number":"SR23","title":"Designating February 2, 2026, as Future Farmers of America Day","description":"Designating February 2, 2026, as Future Farmers of America Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR23/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=23&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2102706,"bill_number":"HB4988","title":"To impose a life sentence on fentanyl dealers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to impose a life sentence on fentanyl dealers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4988/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4988&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2102711,"bill_number":"HB5008","title":"Relating to a State Water Resources Management Plan","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish reporting requirements for underground water extracted in growth counties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5008/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5008&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2102714,"bill_number":"HB4983","title":"Authorizing the Department of Commerce to promulgate a legislative rule relating to certification of a microgrid district or certification as a high impact data center","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Commerce to promulgate a legislative rule relating to certification of a microgrid district or certification as a high impact data center.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4983/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4983&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Doug Smith"},
{"bill_id":2102719,"bill_number":"HB4992","title":"Relating to the creation of an alternative procurement procedure called the “general contractor/construction manager” procedure, and authorizing the Division of Highways to promulgate rules thereabout.","description":"The purpose of this chapter is to authorize the use of certain alternative contracting procedures, to prescribe appropriate requirements to ensure that such contracting procedures serve the public interest, and to establish a process for evaluation of such contracting procedures.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4992/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4992&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Pat McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":2102721,"bill_number":"HB4997","title":"Relating to residency restrictions for persons convicted of terroristic threats","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit persons convicted of felony terroristic threats under §61-6-24 of this code involving schools or children from residing within 1,000 feet of an educational facility, consistent with existing residency restrictions for certain sex offenders under §62-12-26 of this code, to enhance public safety and prevent unsafe proximity to child-populated locations post-conviction.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4997/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4997&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Martin"},
{"bill_id":2102726,"bill_number":"SB682","title":"Relating to operation of certain motorboats on lakes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the director of Natural Resources to promulgate rules, requiring persons operating motorboats with larger than 9.9 engines on 9.9 horsepower lakes to run in idle mode. The rules are to authorize fines for violations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-01-30","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-01-30","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB682/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=682&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2102728,"bill_number":"HB4990","title":"Relating to crimes using gift cards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the crime of gift card fraud, providing definitions, and establishing punishments.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4990/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4990&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2102734,"bill_number":"SB671","title":"Relating to WV Real Estate Commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the Governor with advice and consent of the Senate to make appointments.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB671/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=671&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2102736,"bill_number":"SB672","title":"Relating to acts for which WV Real Estate Commission may refuse, suspend, or revoke licenses","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to acts in which the West Virginia Real Estate Commission may refuse, suspend or revoke a license.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB672/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=672&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2102740,"bill_number":"HB4999","title":"Relating to crimes against athletic officials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the criminal and administrative penalties for assault or battery on athletic officials or participants.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4999/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4999&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Browning"},
{"bill_id":2103301,"bill_number":"HB5055","title":"Changing the expiration date on Hunting and Fishing licenses to one year after purchase","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the beginning and expiration of hunting and fishing licenses from the last day of the calendar year for which they were issued to a year from the date of issue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5055/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5055&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103302,"bill_number":"SB699","title":"Exempting common carriers and contract carriers of solid waste","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt common carriers and contract carriers engaged in the business of transporting solid waste for commercial or industrial customers to disposal or recycling locations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB699/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=699&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2103303,"bill_number":"HB5053","title":"To institute safeguards to verify educational quality for homeschooled students, particularly concerning core subjects and manufactured grades","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a 90-day time limit for a child involved in an active truancy or pre-petition process to withdraw for homeschooling.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Public Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5053/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5053&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103304,"bill_number":"HB5015","title":"Relating to the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact","description":"The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the interstate practice of respiratory therapy with the goal of improving public access to respiratory therapy services by providing respiratory therapists licensed in a member state the ability to practice in other member states.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5015/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5015&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dean Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2103307,"bill_number":"HB5057","title":"To create the Rural Mobile Health and Mental Health Access Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Rural Mobile Health Services Program Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5057/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5057&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103310,"bill_number":"SB710","title":"Eliminating double taxation on foreign income at state level","description":"The purpose of this bill is to alleviate double taxation on foreign income at the state level. The bill sunsets the credit for income tax paid on foreign income in 2070.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB710/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=710&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2103311,"bill_number":"HB5018","title":"All lanes, cul-de-sacs, dead end roads, city streets and non-through routes with an ADT of less than 10 per .1 mile be eliminated from WVDOH maintenance. ROW will be maintained on paper only and county WVDOH budgets will not be reduced.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate certain roads from the Division of Highway's maintenance and maintaining rights-of-way on paper without reducing county budgets.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5018/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5018&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2103312,"bill_number":"HB5020","title":"To prohibit a convicted felons of sexual assault, or abuse of juveniles on public school property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit those listed on the state sex offender database, convicted felons of sexual assault, or persons convicted of abuse of juveniles from entering school property or attending public school activities and events. The bill also requires parent teacher conferences for those persons to be conducted off school grounds. Finally, the bill permits the State Board of Education to promulgate rules.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5020/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5020&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2103317,"bill_number":"HB5054","title":"Relating to requiring the counties particpating in the QMHP Pilot Program to have at least one qualified mental health professional in each public school in that county.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the counties participating in the QMHP Pilot Program to have at least one qualified mental health professional (\"QMHP\") in each public school in that county. The bill establishes the pilot program. Finally, the bill classifies school counselors as QMHPs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5054/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5054&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103318,"bill_number":"SB698","title":"Defining what constitutes adulteration of food or drugs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit certain food colorings in dietary supplements in accordance with the definitions in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB698/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=698&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2103319,"bill_number":"SB715","title":"Requiring state agencies give first consideration to veterans and disabled law-enforcement officers when hiring","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a state agency or an appointing authority of the state give first consideration to disabled law enforcement officers when considering applicants for employment with the state.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB715/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=715&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2103325,"bill_number":"SB709","title":"Relating to collection of special emergency ambulance service fee by county commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a process for the collection of delinquent special emergency ambulance fees by the county commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB709/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=709&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2103331,"bill_number":"SB701","title":"Relating to authority of sheriff's commission for collection of taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the allowable commission for tax collection by the sheriff.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB701/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=701&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2103332,"bill_number":"HB5051","title":"To modify the teacher retirement system so that Tier 2 teachers may use annual/sick leave towards retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow accrued annual or sick leave to be used for retirement service credit in the Teachers Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5051/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5051&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103333,"bill_number":"SB714","title":"Relating generally to practice of veterinary medicine","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the scope of practice and requirements to practice as a veterinarian, veterinary technician, and certified animal euthanasia technician in the state; to change temporary permitting requirements of a veterinarian and veterinary technician; and to increase certain criminal penalties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB714/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=714&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2103334,"bill_number":"HB5039","title":"Fueling Modern Life","description":"The purpose of this bill is to abolish the provisions in §2-5-1 et seq., Air Pollution Control in said code and in lieu thereof, establish the Fueling Modern Life Act, stating Legislative findings and establishing state policy relating to carbon dioxide.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5039/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5039&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2103339,"bill_number":"SB700","title":"Allowing city attorneys and municipal court clerks to file judgement liens","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow city attorneys and municipal clerks to file judgment liens.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB700/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=700&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2103341,"bill_number":"HB5028","title":"To create the Small-Town Main Street Recovery Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Small Town Main Street Recovery Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5028/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5028&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103344,"bill_number":"HB5036","title":"The sovereignty of law and judicial authority in the State of West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to relating to the sovereignty of law and judicial authority in West Virginia, prohibiting parallel legal systems, and providing a cause of action for violations of this article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5036/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5036&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2103345,"bill_number":"HB5034","title":"Relating to biometric privacy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Genomic Information Privacy Act of 2026, requiring biometric privacy; requiring an entity to provide consumer information regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of genetic data; providing for limitations and exclusions; providing for genomic information storage requirements; prohibiting the use, sale or transfer of genomic information to foreign adversaries; providing for enforcement authority; providing a private right of action and providing definitions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5034/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5034&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2103347,"bill_number":"HB5045","title":"Changing the recommended guidelines for full-day and half-day cooks to the minimum ratio of one cook for every 110 meals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the minimum ratio of school cooks to one cook for every 110 meals prepared and served.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5045/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5045&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103353,"bill_number":"SB703","title":"Adopting Social Work Licensure Compact","description":"The purpose of this bill is to adopt the Interstate Compact on Social Work Licensure.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB703/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=703&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2103354,"bill_number":"HB5048","title":"To ensure virtual instruction for foster students while in temporary placement facilities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that foster children awaiting residential placement shall continue to receive education through virtual learning.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5048/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5048&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2103356,"bill_number":"HB5035","title":"Requiring medication-assisted treatment prgrams to have written policies concerning community relations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medication-assisted treatment programs to have written policies concerning community relations and provide public notice.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5035/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5035&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2103358,"bill_number":"SB706","title":"Modifying severance tax on newly drilled oil and natural gas wells","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the amount of severance tax on newly drilled oil and natural gas wells.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB706/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=706&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2103362,"bill_number":"HB5044","title":"To create the Rural County Stabilization and Grant Flexibility Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the grant process for counties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5044/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5044&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103367,"bill_number":"SB712","title":"Allowing installation of cattle guards on certain public roads","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the installation of cattle guards on certain public roads.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB712/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=712&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2103369,"bill_number":"SB696","title":"Permitting women's wrestling in certain public schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit women's wrestling in public high schools and public charter schools as a sanctioned sporting event in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB696/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=696&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2103370,"bill_number":"SB705","title":"Creating offense of theft by conversion","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the offense of theft by conversion and establish penalties.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB705/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=705&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2103372,"bill_number":"HB5026","title":"Account for all federal unfunded mandates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Unfunded Federal Mandate Accountability Act. The bill provides for legislative findings. The bill sets forth definitions. The bill provides for the Governor's authority. The bill sets forth a period of comprehensive review. The bill provides for cost documentation. The bill sets forth the requirements for a report. This bill provides for bill and amendment preparation. The bill provides for integrating the process in the budget report. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5026/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5026&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2103373,"bill_number":"HB5052","title":"To provide a 5% cost of living increase for state retirees who make under $60,000 per year","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a one-time cost-of-living supplement to retirement benefits of under $75,000 a year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5052/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5052&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103374,"bill_number":"HB5041","title":"Electric Utility Meter choice","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that all electricity providers give their customers a choice between the smart meters and manually read meters that are installed on their homes, businesses, or rental units.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5041/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5041&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2103382,"bill_number":"HB5016","title":"To clarify those required to register sex offenders, who must register temporary addresses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify how those required to register sex offenders, who have no permanent residence, can satisfy their legal obligation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5016/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5016&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2103383,"bill_number":"HB5030","title":"Authorizing adjustment from federal adjusted gross income for certain law enforcement pension benefit payments","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to pension benefits which are exempt from income taxation. The bill adds Division of Natural Resources police, deputy sheriffs, full-time firefighters, and municipal police officers into the class of law-enforcement officers exempted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5030/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5030&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Keith Marple"},
{"bill_id":2103386,"bill_number":"HB5038","title":"Establishing the Affordable Electricity and Economic Growth Act of 2026 to facilitate coke production and steel-making in the state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Affordable Electricity and Economic Growth Act of 2026 to facilitate coke production and steel-making in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5038/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5038&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2103387,"bill_number":"HB5037","title":"Protecting our Republic Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require residents of West Virginia who desire to vote or run for or hold public office to be natural born citizens of the United States, effective January 1, 2028.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5037/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5037&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2103390,"bill_number":"SB708","title":"Creating WV River Access and Bridge Modernization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage safe, voluntary, and fiscally responsible public river access without the use of eminent domain, without interference with private property rights, and without expanding the authority of the Division of Highways beyond that expressly provided by this article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB708/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=708&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2103391,"bill_number":"SB702","title":"Setting new maximum annual interest rate for regulated consumer lenders on certain loans","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set a maximum interest rate which licensed regulated consumer lenders may charge on installment loans and remove a cap on nonrevolving loans when determining a finance charge.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB702/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=702&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2103399,"bill_number":"HB5043","title":"Raising salaries for school service personnel","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a $900 monthly increase to state school service personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5043/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5043&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103401,"bill_number":"HB5019","title":"Relating to requirements for deputy sheriffs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise all bonds to $500,000.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5019/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5019&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2103402,"bill_number":"HB5031","title":"To standardize reporting practices and improve forensic and public health research by including vaccination history in death investigations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Fatality and Mortality Review Team under the Department of Health to access vaccination records in death investigations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5031/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5031&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2103403,"bill_number":"HB5047","title":"To create the Mobile Career and Technical Education Classroom Program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Mobile Career and Technical Education Classroom Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5047/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5047&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103410,"bill_number":"HB5021","title":"Relating to the limited circumstances in which a registered nurse may administer anesthetics.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for registered nurses to administer anesthetics in limited circumstances.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5021/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5021&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2103412,"bill_number":"HB5027","title":"Relating to eminent domain and use of property taken.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to the use of property taken by eminent domain.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5027/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5027&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2103414,"bill_number":"HB5024","title":"Relating to the Waiving of Certain DMV Fees for Volunteer Firefighters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the fees for license plates, vehicle registration, operator's licenses, registration, and inspection fees for volunteer fire fighters. The bill also provides for the issuance of a special license plate for elected officials, military members, organizations, youth organizations, and others.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5024/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5024&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2103417,"bill_number":"HB5046","title":"Modifying the West Virginia State Police Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the lowering of the age of retirants from the West Virginia State Police Retirement System that are eligible to receive an annual annuity adjustment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5046/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5046&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103418,"bill_number":"HB5017","title":"Establishing a one-time American Legion Post Support Grant Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a one-time American Legion Post Support Grant Program administered by the Department of Veterans Assistance. The bill authorizes the department to distribute $10 million in equal amounts to all active American Legion posts in West Virginia without requiring individual applications. The program supports capital needs, operational improvements. and veteran service activities conducted by American Legion posts. The bill further provides for reporting requirements and establishes a sunset provision upon completion of the distribution.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5017/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5017&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2103419,"bill_number":"HB5022","title":"Relating to expanding the programs to be included in the annual capitation rate review.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the programs to be included in the annual capitation rate review to now include the Aged and Disable Waiver Program, the Personal Care Services Program, and the Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5022/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5022&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2103424,"bill_number":"HB5050","title":"Make all state inmates regardless of sex members of the state convict road force","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make all state inmates regardless of sex members of the state convict road force.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5050/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5050&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103425,"bill_number":"HB5023","title":"Relating to permitting a citizen of this state to vote in the election of a municipality in which the citizen does not reside","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a citizen of this state to vote in the election of a municipality in which the citizen does not reside when the citizen pays service or user fees to the municipality.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5023/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5023&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2103426,"bill_number":"SR25","title":"Designating February 3, 2026, as Marshall University Day","description":"Designating February 3, 2026, as Marshall University Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR25/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=25&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2103427,"bill_number":"SB713","title":"Providing 10 percent raise for all public school staff","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a ten percent pay raise all teachers and school service personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB713/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=713&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2103433,"bill_number":"HB5056","title":"Permit beneficiary under the State Teachers Retirement System to convert to the maximum life annuity if the spouse dies within the first five years of the beneficiary’s retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a beneficiary under the State Teachers Retirement System who has been approved for a retirement with a joint life annuity to convert to the maximum life annuity if the spouse dies within the first five years of the beneficiary's retirement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5056/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5056&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103438,"bill_number":"HB5040","title":"Establishing Comprehensive Highway Paving Plan","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Commissioner of Highways to prepare and present to the Legislature a comprehensive highway paving plan establishing routine repaving of all normally asphalt-surfaced roads.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5040/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5040&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2103440,"bill_number":"HB5049","title":"Provide wardens with ability to use inmates to perform work in the upkeep local cemeteries","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize use of inmates to perform work in the upkeep of local cemeteries.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5049/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5049&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2103443,"bill_number":"SB707","title":"Relating to crimes involving abuse or desecration of human remains","description":"The purpose of this bill is to fill a gap in existing law by criminalizing intentional, outrageous mistreatment of the dead without tying prosecution to proof of homicide or other underlying criminal activity, while still providing enhanced penalties when the conduct is connected to concealment, obstruction, or felony conduct.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB707/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=707&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2103445,"bill_number":"SB711","title":"Prohibiting discharge of concentrated highway runoff onto private property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that highway drainage systems are designed, maintained, and operated in a manner that protects adjoining and downstream properties while preserving the efficient operation of the state road system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB711/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=711&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2103447,"bill_number":"HB5025","title":"Allowing the burning of obsolete farm structures.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the burning of obsolete farm structures under certain conditions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5025/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5025&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2103448,"bill_number":"HB5029","title":"Relating to Volunteer Fire Departments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the time in which to pay charges levied for services by a county fire prevention unit from 75 days to 180 days.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5029/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5029&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2103453,"bill_number":"HB5032","title":"Prevention of data center collection of citizen data","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Citizens' Data Center Transparency Act. The bill creates a prohibition on use of data centers for unconstitutional surveillance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5032/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5032&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2103454,"bill_number":"SB697","title":"Relating to state road system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to creating standards in determining a change of use of existing entrances.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB697/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=697&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2103455,"bill_number":"HB5033","title":"Pro-Growth Regulatory Reform Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Pro-growth Regulatory Reform Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5033/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5033&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2103456,"bill_number":"HB5042","title":"Prohibit a child in the custody of the state from placement in facility not approved by Department of Human Services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit a child in the custody of the state from being placed in a nonapproved facility. The bill provides for exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-02","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-02","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5042/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5042&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2103457,"bill_number":"SB704","title":"Prohibiting certain compensation for advising or assisting with veterans benefits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Veterans' Empowerment and Trust Safeguard Act; define terms; prohibit a person from receiving compensation for assisting another in obtaining veterans' benefits, except as permitted by federal law; prohibit a person from receiving compensation for referring an individual to another person to assist with obtaining veterans' benefits; prohibit a person from receiving compensation for services rendered prior to action by the Department of Veterans Affairs; prohibit a person from guaranteeing an individual is certain to receive specific veterans' benefits; prohibit a person from receiving excessive or unreasonable fees for assisting another in obtaining veterans' benefits; prohibit a person from receiving compensation for assisting another in obtaining veterans' benefits without a written fee agreement, to be filed with the Department of Veterans Affairs; prohibit the provision of medical evidence or expert witness testimony in connection with a veterans' benefits matter where fees are not pre-determined; establish violations of the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act; and provide for exceptions.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB704/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=704&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2104544,"bill_number":"HB5106","title":"Relating to the Greater Huntington Park and Recreation District","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the funding of the Greater Huntington Park and Recreation District by permitting the Cabell County Board of Education to provide funds available to the board through special and excess levies to the park district.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5106/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5106&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104545,"bill_number":"HB5073","title":"To allow for the transfer of seniority for deputy sheriffs with conditions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer seniority with deputy sheriffs who transfer to vacant positions unless they have committed a wrongdoing at the county from where they are transferring.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5073/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5073&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2104546,"bill_number":"SB733","title":"Establishing Energy Freedom and Fairness Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Energy Freedom and Fairness Act, permitting retail competition for the purchase and sale of electric power for certain non-residential retail customers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB733/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=733&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2104547,"bill_number":"SB722","title":"Requiring warrant for DNR officials or officers to enter onto any private property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a natural resources officer possess landowner consent or a warrant prior to entering private property and providing exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB722/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=722&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2104549,"bill_number":"HB5080","title":"Related to 12 weeks of paid leave","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a state sponsored medical and family leave insurance program for all persons employed or self-employed in the state; providing eligibility and coverage conditions; directing the Insurance Commissioner to administer the program; providing up to 12 weeks of eligible coverage annually; requiring employers to allow family leave to insured employees; protecting employees from retaliatory actions; providing notice of availability to employees; providing for a special revenue account; establishing public education program; annual reports to the Legislature; and legislative rules to implement the program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5080/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5080&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104550,"bill_number":"HB5105","title":"Relating to financial exploitation of a person in recovery","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the financial exploitation of a person in recovery.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5105/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5105&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104551,"bill_number":"HB5148","title":"Student Bill of Rights","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the creation of the Student Bill of Rights.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5148/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5148&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104552,"bill_number":"SB719","title":"Relating to Municipal Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify unused leave accruals eligible for campus police officers to use for additional service credit upon retirement and technical clean up.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB719/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=719&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2104554,"bill_number":"HJR36","title":"Relating to Reproductive Healthcare Freedom","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the state constitution to preserve the right to reproductive freedom.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR36/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=36&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104555,"bill_number":"HB5086","title":"Relating to peer support services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for privileged testimonial communications between a peer support team member and an individual receiving peer support services or advice from the team member.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5086/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5086&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2104556,"bill_number":"HB5115","title":"To implement trauma-informed practices in schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the State Board of Education to implement trauma-informed practices in grades K-12.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5115/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5115&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104559,"bill_number":"HR6","title":"Recognizing the importance of sustained economic development to the prosperity of West Virginia","description":"Recognizing the importance of sustained economic development to the prosperity of West Virginia","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR6/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=6&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2104560,"bill_number":"HB5158","title":"Men’s Equality Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Men's Equality Act requiring 100 percent coverage under the West Virginia Public Employees Insurance plan for voluntary male sterilization.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5158/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5158&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104561,"bill_number":"HB5144","title":"Relating to wholesale importation of prescription drugs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Wholesale Prescription Drug Importation Program for the purpose of importing drugs from Canada on behalf of the state. The program will operate in compliance with the federal Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regulations governing importation of prescription drugs and with approval of the secretary of HHS.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5144/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5144&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104563,"bill_number":"HB5124","title":"Relating to the eligibility of nonpublic schools and education service providers to participate in the Hope Scholarship Program","description":"The purpose of this bill generally relates to the eligibility of nonpublic schools and education service providers to participate in the Hope Scholarship Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5124/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5124&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104564,"bill_number":"HB5099","title":"Relating to restitution payments for the support of a child whose parent or guardian is a victim of intoxication manslaughter","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require restitution payments for child support of a child whose parent or guardian is a victim of a DUI causing death.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5099/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5099&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jim Butler"},
{"bill_id":2104565,"bill_number":"SB728","title":"Authorizing county commissions to increase compensation of elected county officials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize County Commissions to increase the compensation of elected county officials.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB728/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=728&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2104569,"bill_number":"SR26","title":"Congratulating Hurricane High School on being 2025 AAAA Boys State Soccer champions","description":"Congratulating Hurricane High School on being 2025 AAAA Boys State Soccer champions","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR26/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=26&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2104574,"bill_number":"HB5131","title":"Establish food desert produce pilot program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a food desert program to provide communities with access to fresh and affordable produce.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5131/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5131&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104575,"bill_number":"HB5083","title":"Related to paid leave","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a paid parental leave pilot program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5083/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5083&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104576,"bill_number":"HB5062","title":"To create the Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to improve maternity and infant care by creating the Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5062/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5062&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104577,"bill_number":"HB5061","title":"Relating to the consolidation of county school districts in the state.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a commission to formulate a proposed plan to consolidate West Virginia's 55 county-based school districts into no more than 15 or no less than 10 regional school districts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5061/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5061&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2104578,"bill_number":"SB716","title":"Reducing participation required to receive volunteer firefighter tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce the amount of participation requirement to receive the volunteer firefighter tax credit from 30 percent to 20 percent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB716/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=716&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Zachery Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2104581,"bill_number":"HB5089","title":"Relating to public school acceptance of student transcripts or other credentials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for verified mastery of content standards for transcripts when a student enrolls or re-enrolls in a public school in this state.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5089/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5089&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Ellington"},
{"bill_id":2104582,"bill_number":"HB5101","title":"The Joanna Phillips Domestic Violence Prevention Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Joanna Phillips Domestic Violence Prevention Act; create and increase penalties for certain acts of domestic violence; and change bail requirement for domestic violence.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5101/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5101&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2104585,"bill_number":"HB5136","title":"Authorizing certain motor vehicle manufactures to operate as new car dealers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize certain zero emission motor vehicle manufacturers to operate as new car dealers in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5136/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5136&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104587,"bill_number":"SB732","title":"Permitting audio recording during Child Protective Services investigations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit audio recording during Child Protective Services investigations and interactions during visits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB732/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=732&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2104589,"bill_number":"HB5068","title":"Professional firefighter cancer screening","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an early detection cancer screening pilot program for active and retired firefighters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5068/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5068&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104590,"bill_number":"SB725","title":"Creating First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"First Time Home Buyer Savings Account Act\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB725/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=725&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Trenton Barnhart"},
{"bill_id":2104591,"bill_number":"SB718","title":"Increasing pay for magistrates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the salaries of magistrates to $70,000 annually, beginning July 1, 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB718/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=718&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2104592,"bill_number":"HB5126","title":"To make it explicit that both the lottery fund and the excess lottery fund can be utilized for early childhood education throughout West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that funds from the Lottery Education Fund, the State Lottery fund, and the Excess Lottery Fund be used for childhood education in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5126/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5126&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104593,"bill_number":"HB5150","title":"Establishing the West Virginia Secure Choice retirement program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a Secure Choice trust as an instrumentality of the state to hold employee payroll deductions, contributions, and earnings on the contributions and to establish a Secure Choice administrative fund in the state treasury as a fund separate and apart from the Secure Choice trust for employers engaged in a business, industry, profession, trade, or other enterprise in West Virginia, whether for profit or not for profit, who have five or more covered employees and the employers do not sponsor or contribute to and did not in the immediately preceding 12 months sponsor or contribute to a retirement savings plan for its employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5150/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5150&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104598,"bill_number":"HB5084","title":"Related to refundable child tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the non-refundable child tax credit and create and authorize a refundable child tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5084/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5084&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104599,"bill_number":"SB721","title":"Updating definitions and requirements for rental agreements of self-storage facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend definitions and requirements for rental agreements of self-service storage facilities; recognize unsinged rental agreements under certain circumstances; provide for notice of removal of personal property from the self-service storage facilities upon termination or non-renewal of the rental agreements; and, establish an effective date applicable to all rental agreements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB721/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=721&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2104601,"bill_number":"HB5139","title":"Authorizing municipal fire departments specialized license plates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to issue special motor vehicle plates for municipal fire department vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5139/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5139&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104603,"bill_number":"HB5100","title":"Transferring all regulatory and enforcement responsibilities for CBD and Kratom from the Department of Agriculture to the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer all regulatory and enforcement responsibilities for CBD and Kratom from the Department of Agriculture to the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5100/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5100&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2104604,"bill_number":"HB5065","title":"Relating to hotel occupancy tax.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the proper political subdivision is receiving the collected occupancy tax from a marketplace facilitator.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5065/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5065&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2104608,"bill_number":"HB5113","title":"Relating to a patient’s right to choose physician","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medical professionals to obtain consent for a resident to treat a patient in advance of the appointment or procedure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5113/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5113&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2104609,"bill_number":"HB5092","title":"Relating to certification of a patient’s eligibility for medical cannabis","description":"The purpose of this bill is to grant authority to attending physicians to use his or her professional judgement to certify that a patient's serious medical condition would benefit from the use of medical cannabis.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5092/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5092&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2104610,"bill_number":"HB5143","title":"Relating to Social Media privacy and educational institutions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish social media privacy for current and prospective students or employees of higher education institutions operating in the state of West Virginia for content not publicly available on the internet.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5143/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5143&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104611,"bill_number":"HB5132","title":"Develop a new method to determine the minimum number of hours per day and per school year to be spent on instructional time.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the 180 mandatory days of school and move to a model based on hours.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5132/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5132&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104613,"bill_number":"HB5133","title":"Permitting anyone age of 65 or older to vote absentee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow voters 65 and older to vote absentee.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5133/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5133&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104615,"bill_number":"HB5146","title":"Relating to drug scheduling","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove certain substances from schedule I of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, including marihuana, Psilocybin, and Tetrahydrocannabinols.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5146/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5146&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104616,"bill_number":"HB5117","title":"Remove felonies from reason to disqualify from voting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the prohibition on persons convicted of certain felonies from voter registration and to allow persons to re-register to vote following completion of their sentence or pardon; requiring the Division of Corrections to notify persons of their renewed eligibility to vote upon release; and requiring the Division of Probation to notify persons of their renewed voter eligibility upon discharge.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5117/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5117&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104618,"bill_number":"HB5108","title":"To fund the Tobacco Use Cessation Initiative","description":"The purpose of this bill is to fund the Tobacco Use Cessation Initiative.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5108/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5108&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104619,"bill_number":"HB5094","title":"Prohibiting the private ownership or operation of a prison","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the private ownership or operation of prison facilities in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5094/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5094&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2104622,"bill_number":"HB5063","title":"To permit the county commission to appoint a county commissioner to a convention and visitor’s bureau as a voting member","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the county commission to appoint a county commissioner to a convention and visitor's bureau as a voting member.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5063/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5063&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2104623,"bill_number":"SR27","title":"Designating February 4, 2026, as WVU Day","description":"Designating February 4, 2026, as WVU Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR27/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=27&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2104625,"bill_number":"HB5103","title":"Relating to requiring the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification to inspect office-based medication-assisted treatment programs at least every 24 months","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification to inspect office-based medication-assisted treatment programs at least every 24 months.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5103/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5103&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104626,"bill_number":"HB5116","title":"Creating the Katherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughan Fair Pay Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to state an employee's right to inquire about wages under the Katherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughan Fair Pay Act. It requires an employer to provide wage range to applicants; and provides for civil and criminal penalties for violations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5116/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5116&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104627,"bill_number":"HB5123","title":"Consumer Data Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect consumer data privacy by establishing a consumer right to request copy of personal data collected; establishing a consumer right to have personal information deleted or corrected; establishing a consumer right to request personal data sold or shared; establishing a consumer right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information to third parties; prohibiting discrimination against consumers who exercise their right under this article; establishing procedures for requests for personal information under this article; establish a form to opt out of sale or sharing of personal information; creating a private cause of action; empowering the West Virginia Division of Consumer Protection to establish rules under this article for enforcement; and empowering the West Virginia Division of Consumer Protection to bring suit for violation of this article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5123/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5123&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104631,"bill_number":"SB730","title":"Relating to program requirements of Bureau for Family Assistance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth program requirements for the Bureau for Family Assistance to come into federal compliance with the One Big Beautiful Bill.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB730/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=730&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2104632,"bill_number":"HB5137","title":"Exempting county school buses from paying the toll fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt school buses from having to pay toll fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5137/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5137&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104634,"bill_number":"HB5140","title":"Employer discriminatory practices","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include certain employers with two or more employees subject to actions for discriminatory practices before the human rights commission; to include individual independent contractors in the definition of \"employee\"; and to increase the time period in which to bring an action before the human rights commission to three years after the alleged act of discrimination.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5140/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5140&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104635,"bill_number":"HB5125","title":"Relating to fines for local fire departments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance penalties relating to crimes against law enforcement, firefighters, governmental representatives, health care providers, utility workers, correctional employees, and emergency medical service personnel; create a felony offense for attacking or hindering or obstructing a firefighter or emergency equipment; and create criminal penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5125/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5125&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104640,"bill_number":"HB5070","title":"To permit and require real estate brokerage firms to pay realtors leaving the commission they are entitled on open contracts.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the licensee, after leaving a brokerage and going to a new brokerage, to be actively licensed with two brokerages for 60 days in order to receive payments on open commissions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Government Adminstration","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Government Administration","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5070/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5070&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Lucas"},
{"bill_id":2104641,"bill_number":"HB5147","title":"Requiring full text of proposed Constitutional amendments be included on official ballots","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that the full text of proposed amendments to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia be included on ballots used in the election at which amendments are submitted to the voters of the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5147/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5147&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104642,"bill_number":"HB5111","title":"To prohibit public colleges and universities in this state from requiring vaccines for admission.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit vaccine mandates at all institutions of higher education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5111/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5111&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2104644,"bill_number":"HB5077","title":"Related to Mental Health Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Insurance Coverage Protection Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5077/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5077&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104648,"bill_number":"HB5085","title":"Related to troubled teen industry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to regulating private alternative adolescent residential or outdoor programs by the Director of the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5085/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5085&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104649,"bill_number":"HB5120","title":"MAHA - Menstrual Labeling Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require packaging of menstrual products sold in this state to contain a plain and conspicuous printed list of all ingredients listed in order of predominance. The bill also imposes a civil penalty for violations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5120/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5120&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104650,"bill_number":"HJR34","title":"Relating to citizen ballot initiatives","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to provide the right of citizens of this state to propose an amendment to the state constitution through a petition process to cause an amendment to be presented to voters at the next upcoming statewide general election. The petition must have the signatures of at least 10% of the voters of a county of the state to get on the ballot and receive at least 60% of the vote in a state-wide election for approval. The existing process for the Legislature to offer constitutional amendments is preserved.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR34/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=34&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104651,"bill_number":"SB731","title":"Eliminating hepatitis-b and meningitis as required vaccines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate hepatitis-b and meningococcal meningitis vaccines from the existing compulsory vaccination requirements as outlined in WV Code 16-3-4. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has revised their recommendations, and they no longer include the hepatitis B and meningococcal vaccines in their recommended childhood vaccine schedule. Consequently, this bill removes the meningitis and hepatitis-b vaccines from the list of vaccines that are compulsory for school or state-regulated child care center entry in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB731/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=731&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2104652,"bill_number":"HB5069","title":"Establish setback from residential properties for new windmills being constructed throughout the state.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a minimum distance from residences and certain infrastructure for wind turbines in order for the commission to award a siting certificate for a wind energy system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5069/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5069&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2104661,"bill_number":"HJR35","title":"Relating to a right to early childhood education","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the state constitution to provide that all children of this state are entitled to a free early childhood education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR35/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=35&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104664,"bill_number":"SB717","title":"Modifying disability and retirement benefits and procedures for municipal police and firefighters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify disability and retirement benefits and procedures for municipal police and firefighters participating in municipal plans overseen by the Municipal Pensions Oversight Board.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB717/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=717&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2104665,"bill_number":"HB5098","title":"Creation of the MOBILE ID.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the MOBILE ID Act and to establish the Mobile Outreach for Bound or Immobile Lifelong Ensurance of Identification Program within the Division of Motor Vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5098/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5098&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2104666,"bill_number":"HB5138","title":"Relating to law enforcement warrant for third party information","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a warrant for the disclosure of certain third-party information.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5138/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5138&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104669,"bill_number":"HB5152","title":"Relating to the disconnection of residential utility during a State of Emergency","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit public utilities from terminating or disconnecting services during a state of emergency declared by executive order; to create a duty to restore service; to require public utility to enter into deferred payment agreement with residential customer during state of emergency; to prohibit public utility from disconnecting service for 180 days providing notice to residential customer; and to establish right of public utilities to recover funds owed in normal course following the state of emergency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5152/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5152&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104670,"bill_number":"HB5058","title":"Require that notice be provided for any lab-grown food served in restaurants.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that any product sold for consumption in a restaurant containing or composed of any \"Analogue product\", \"Cell-cultured product\", and/or \"Food product\" as defined in West Virginia Code §19-39-2 be clearly and legibly labeled as such on all menus for the informed consent of consumers considering the purchase of such items for consumption.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5058/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5058&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2104672,"bill_number":"HB5156","title":"Second Look Sentencing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a procedure for modification of a prison sentence when a person has served at least 10 years of a sentence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5156/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5156&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104673,"bill_number":"HB5141","title":"Requiring medical insurance providers to include infertility services in their policies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medical insurance providers to include infertility services in their policies. The bill makes findings. The bill provides for determination of infertility. The bill provides prohibited and permissible limitations on coverage. The bill requires rule-making. The bill establishes an effective date. The bill provides for severability. The bill defines terms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5141/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5141&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104674,"bill_number":"HB5107","title":"Relating to requiring a court to verify certain conditions are met before a child who has been removed from a home may be returned to that home","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a court to verify that before a child who has been removed from a home may be returned to that home, that if a parent is participating in a medication-assisted treatment program he or she shall be successfully fulfilling their treatment obligations in the program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5107/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5107&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104675,"bill_number":"HB5088","title":"Relating to Natural Resource Police Officer Retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the West Virginia Natural Resources Police Officer Retirement System accrued benefit for members who retire after July 1, 2026, and to provide funding for the benefit,","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5088/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5088&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2104679,"bill_number":"HB5075","title":"Relating to non-uniform DCR pay raises","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a 15 percent raise to non-uniformed workers within the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5075/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5075&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104680,"bill_number":"SB724","title":"Relating to home confinement officers’ participation in EMS retirement system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement that home confinement officers be certified as law enforcement officers in order to participate in the Emergency Medical Services Retirement System.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB724/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=724&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2104681,"bill_number":"HB5109","title":"Update the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the duties and definition of pharmacy benefits management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5109/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5109&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104685,"bill_number":"HB5078","title":"Related to child tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create and authorize a state child tax credit for eligible children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5078/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5078&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104686,"bill_number":"HR7","title":"Recognizing the seriousness of the National Debt and its threat to National Security","description":"Recognizing the seriousness of the National Debt and its threat to National Security","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR7/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=7&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2104687,"bill_number":"HB5154","title":"Relating to statute of limitations for discrimination","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the definition of employer and the number of persons employed to qualify as an employer; and to extend the period of the statute of limitations to file a complaint for an alleged unlawful discriminatory practice under the Human Rights Commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5154/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5154&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104689,"bill_number":"HB5145","title":"Relating to portable benefit plans","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for voluntary portable insurance plans.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5145/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5145&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104690,"bill_number":"HB5151","title":"Creating the Office of Entrepreneurship within the Office of Economic Development","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an Office of Entrepreneurship within the Office of Economic Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5151/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5151&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104692,"bill_number":"HB5064","title":"Relating to municipalities that have failed to complete required financial audits for multiple years","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to municipalities that have failed to complete required financial audits for multiple years; modify definitions; clarify fiscal emergency conditions; authorize State Auditor to evaluate a municipality's likelihood of financial recovery; allow for the transition to dissolution; provide notice to municipalities; clarify duties of receiver upon dissolution; and confirm the effect of municipal dissolution on utilities governed by the Public Service Commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5064/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5064&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2104695,"bill_number":"HB5134","title":"Small Business Investment Grant Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Small Business Investment Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5134/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5134&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104696,"bill_number":"HB5122","title":"Creating the Affordable Medicaid Buy-in Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Insurance Medicaid\" Buy-In Program. The bill requires the Department of Human Services to develop and administer the Insurance\" Medicaid\" Buy-In Plan. The bill creates the Health Care Affordability and Access Improvement Fund. The bill establishes an advisory council to the Insurance\\ Medicaid \"Buy-In Program. The bill requires a study and reposts be made. The bill defines terms. The bill sets limitations of employers. The bill requires rule-making.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5122/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5122&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104697,"bill_number":"HB5060","title":"Relating to Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Associations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make decentralized unincorporated nonprofit associations a recognized legal entity in the state and create the Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association Act.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5060/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5060&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2104701,"bill_number":"HB5059","title":"Relating to cultural heritage institutions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize cultural heritage institutions to claim title to certain property in possession of the cultural heritage institution after providing certain notices.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5059/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5059&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2104703,"bill_number":"HB5090","title":"To eliminate all vaccine requirements for school children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit mandates for vaccinations of school children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5090/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5090&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2104704,"bill_number":"SB720","title":"WV Comprehensive Student and Family Support Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a Comprehensive Student and Family Support program; provide legislative findings and purpose; define terms; designate the West Virginia Department of Education as the lead agency; establish local coordinating teams; create a state fund; authorize rulemaking; require accountability, reporting, and audit; and make an appropriation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB720/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=720&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2104705,"bill_number":"HB5121","title":"To mandate county boards of education to provide feminine hygiene products in all public elementary, middle, and high schools for female students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide free feminine hygiene products to students in public schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5121/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5121&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104706,"bill_number":"HB5104","title":"Relating to requiring a parolee or probationer found to have suffered with addiction to participate in a support service","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that any inmate found to have exhibited signs of abuse or patterns of addiction of drugs and alcohol to require counseling for the inmate for a minimum of 60 days upon being released on parole.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5104/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5104&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104707,"bill_number":"HB5114","title":"Remove sales tax on gun safes and certain firearm safety devices","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt sales of tangible personal property to safely store firearms, including, but not limited to, safes and trigger locks from the consumer sales tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5114/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5114&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104712,"bill_number":"HB5159","title":"Relating to withholding tax on income of nonresidents from natural resources royalty payments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require lessees of West Virginia real estate who make natural resources royalty payments for in-state property to any nonresident lessor to withhold West Virginia personal income tax on natural resources royalty payments and provides exceptions, penalties, defines terms, and grants rulemaking authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5159/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5159&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104714,"bill_number":"HB5076","title":"Related to free filing of state tax returns","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a system to prohibit tax preparation software companies from charging taxpayers a fee to electronically file their West Virginia State tax returns.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5076/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5076&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104716,"bill_number":"HB5149","title":"Establishing the West Virginia Prescription Drug Affordability Board","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Prescription Drug Affordability Board; provide definitions; provide for the creation of a Board and the composition, compensation, and duties associated with the Board; provide for the creation of a stakeholder council and the composition, and duties associated with the Council; provide disclosures of conflicts of interest and requiring adherence to the Ethics Act; require a study and report on transparency data on prescription drug products; provide a cost review of prescription drug products with affordability challenges; require confidentiality; establish a fund; provide for enforcement; clarify drug products eligible; provide remedies; and list all report requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5149/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5149&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104718,"bill_number":"HB5119","title":"Establishing the right to contraception","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a right to contraception.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5119/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5119&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104722,"bill_number":"HB5081","title":"Related to establishing a free business registration holiday","description":"The purpose of this bill is to waive the $100 fee for a new for-profit business or domestic corporation to obtain a license in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5081/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5081&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104723,"bill_number":"HB5074","title":"Relating to changing the allocation of proceeds in the Medical Cannabis Program Fund.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the allocation of proceeds in the Medical Cannabis Program Fund.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5074/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5074&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2104724,"bill_number":"HB5079","title":"Related to childcare workers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a subsidy for child care services rendered to children of child care program employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5079/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5079&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104725,"bill_number":"HB5072","title":"Creating the TechCred Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the TechCred program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5072/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5072&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104726,"bill_number":"HB5157","title":"Relating to childcare subsidies within DHHR, paid based on monthly enrollment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require child-care subsidies to be based on monthly enrollment rather than daily attendance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5157/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5157&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104728,"bill_number":"SB723","title":"Clarifying law-enforcement cooperation with bordering states","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify cooperation between law-enforcement agencies and personnel with states bordering this state.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB723/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=723&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Trenton Barnhart"},
{"bill_id":2104729,"bill_number":"HB5142","title":"Relating to vintage distilled spirits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the sale and distribution of vintage distilled spirits by the drink.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5142/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5142&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104732,"bill_number":"HB5127","title":"Allowing the Secretary of State’s office to transmit electronically the total ballots cast, counted, and rejected","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that the boards of canvassers transmit electronically to the Secretary of State, on a form prescribed by the Secretary of State, the total ballots cast, counted, and rejected.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5127/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5127&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104734,"bill_number":"HB5153","title":"To provide for the coordination of programs to prevent and treat obesity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide insurance coverage for GLP-1 class medications with a valid script.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5153/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5153&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104736,"bill_number":"HB5129","title":"Change the powers of the West Virginia Water Development Authority regarding funding of Infrastructure Projects","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the power of the Water Development Authority; to fund infrastructure projects recommended by the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Economic Development and/or the Secretary of Tourism; and providing that funding may only be used for in-state eligible projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5129/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5129&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104738,"bill_number":"HB5128","title":"To amend the section of child marriage under 18","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that any 16 or 17 year old who seeks a marriage license from the county clerks of this state be a West Virginia resident.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5128/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5128&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104741,"bill_number":"HB5082","title":"Related to menstrual products in correctional facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that free feminine hygiene products be provided to female prisoners in all jails, regional jails or state correctional facilities and female juveniles in juvenile detention.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5082/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5082&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104742,"bill_number":"HB5112","title":"Prohibiting laws requiring person to receive or use medical products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that no law may require a person to receive or use a medical product and to ensure that there will be no penalties associated with refusing the medical product or refusing to disclose whether the product has been used or not.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5112/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5112&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2104743,"bill_number":"HB5093","title":"Permitting certain felons to work in licensed behavioral health facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit certain felons to work in licensed behavioral health facilities. The bill sets conditions and limitations. The bill requires rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5093/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5093&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2104748,"bill_number":"HB5066","title":"Relating to prohibiting the release of addresses and names of employers of persons who make contributions to political elections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the release of addresses and names of employers of persons who make contributions to political elections and providing misdemeanor criminal penalty.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5066/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5066&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2104751,"bill_number":"SB727","title":"Relating to bank merger by interstate branching","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide clarity regarding the attestation submitted in response to an interstate bank merger.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB727/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=727&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Trenton Barnhart"},
{"bill_id":2104752,"bill_number":"HB5071","title":"Creating the oral health and cancer rights act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require health benefit plan coverage for medically necessary dental procedures that result from cancer treatment; create the Oral Health and Cancer Rights Act; explain the scope of procedures covered as a result of certain cancer treatments; and require the use of a specific billing identifier;","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5071/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5071&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104754,"bill_number":"HB5067","title":"Relating to the powers and duties of the director of the Division of Administrative Services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the authority to enter into agreements with law-enforcement agencies of the Department of Homeland Security to seek certain grant funds.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5067/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5067&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2104755,"bill_number":"HB5097","title":"Require hospitals with no ASL interpreter on staff provide technology for hearing or speech impaired patients to communicate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require facilities to provide patients and family members or caregivers of deaf and hard of hearing patients with effective means of communication assistance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5097/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5097&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2104757,"bill_number":"HB5091","title":"Relating to duties of licensees under the West Virginia Real Estate License Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a written agency agreement prior to engaging in brokerage services.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5091/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5091&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Lucas"},
{"bill_id":2104759,"bill_number":"SB729","title":"Setting forth mandatory Medicaid program requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth program requirements for Medicaid to come into federal requirements with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB729/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=729&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2104760,"bill_number":"HB5110","title":"Amend section providing for waiver of tuition and fees for senior citizens auditing certain college classes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand tuition and fee waivers or adjustments for senior citizens by including in the statute certain nonresident students and by decreasing the eligibility age from 65 years to 60 years of age or older.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5110/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5110&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104761,"bill_number":"HB5096","title":"Relating to removing services from requiring a certificate of need","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove personal care services and Intellectual development disabilities services from certificate of need.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5096/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5096&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2104762,"bill_number":"HR8","title":"Designate June as fidelity month","description":"Designate June as fidelity month","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR8/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=8&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2104765,"bill_number":"HB5135","title":"Establish Food Waste Task Force","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the food waste task force.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5135/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5135&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104766,"bill_number":"HB5118","title":"Provide for statewide participation in the federal Community Eligibility Provision for its duration","description":"The purpose of this bill is to support statewide expansion of Healthy School Meals for All through maximizing participation in the Community Eligibility Provision or other meal options or by prioritizing expansion at the local level for under-resourced school districts with the greatest need.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5118/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5118&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104768,"bill_number":"HB5130","title":"Permitting civil remedies for the unauthorized disclosure of intimate images","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a civil action for the unauthorized disclosure of an intimate image, to permit civil remedies for the unauthorized disclosure of intimate images, to provide a short title, to create definitions, to provide for a civil action, to provide exceptions to liability, to provide for plaintiff's privacy, to provide for remedies, to create a statute of limitations, to provide for construction, to provide for uniformity of application and construction, and, finally, to create an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5130/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5130&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104769,"bill_number":"HB5102","title":"Relating to coverage for the treatment of stuttering","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require habilitative speech therapy as a treatment for stuttering insurance coverage.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5102/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5102&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2104770,"bill_number":"HB5087","title":"Relating to Interstate Cosmetology Licensure Compact.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Interstate Cosmetology Licensure Compact, create the Interstate Cosmetology Licensure Compact Commission, and provide for the administration of the Compact.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5087/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5087&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2104772,"bill_number":"HB5095","title":"Providing tax credits to provide vehicles to certain persons","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tax credit to facilitate the purchase of reliable and affordable vehicles to low-income working West Virginia men and women to expand access to employment opportunities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5095/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5095&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2104773,"bill_number":"SB726","title":"Removing cap for municipalities on their stabilization fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the 30% cap on municipal stabilization funds.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB726/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=726&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Trenton Barnhart"},
{"bill_id":2104774,"bill_number":"HB5155","title":"To prohibit convenience fees for tenant’s of rental properties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit convenience fees for tenants of rental properties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5155/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5155&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2104775,"bill_number":"HJR33","title":"Right to run","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to reestablish eligibility requirements for officers and employees of the state and certain political subdivisions thereof to serve in the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-03","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR33/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=33&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2107123,"bill_number":"HB5186","title":"Establishing of the West Virginia Public Participation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Public Participation Act. The bill provides additional protections to individuals and entities engaged in the exercise of the protected constitutional rights of free speech, freedom to petition, and freedom of association by allowing for the filing of a motion to dismiss in response to strategic lawsuits against public participation. The bill establishes procedures for reviewing strategic lawsuits against public participation and sets forth the applicability and limitations of the defense.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5186/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5186&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2107125,"bill_number":"HB5179","title":"Relating to auctioneers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update and clarify the laws on auctioneering.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5179/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5179&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2107129,"bill_number":"HB5160","title":"Prohibition of geoengineering","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Atmospheric Intervention Oversight and Public Safety Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5160/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5160&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107134,"bill_number":"HB5187","title":"Relating to the members of the Public Service Commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create greater accountability and public input in the operations of the Public Service Commission; to remove the appointment process so Commission members are elected by non-partisan elections; revising the removal process in commission to allow citizens to initiate removal for malfeasance and conflicts of interest; providing for reduced rates for qualifying low-income customers; and providing an accessible and more transparent method for consumers to participate in the utility ratemaking process.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5187/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5187&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2107139,"bill_number":"HB5180","title":"When schools have events the school needs to sell tickets at the gate as well as online and accept cash","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that all public schools in this state who hold athletic events and charge admission shall sell tickets at the gate, accept cash as a form of payment, and offer the ability to purchase an admission ticket online.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5180/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5180&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107143,"bill_number":"HB5165","title":"To create the West Virginia Rural Property Safety and Clean Land Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Rural Property and Clean Land Act and establish objective, non-aesthetic, health- and safety-based standards governing excessive accumulation of waste materials, while preserving agricultural, industrial, and rural property uses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5165/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5165&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2107147,"bill_number":"HB5194","title":"To ban calculators and math computational devices from K-8 grade classrooms.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ban calculators and math computational devices from K-8 grade classrooms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5194/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5194&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107152,"bill_number":"SB738","title":"Clarifying eligibility for TRICARE program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify eligibility for the TRICARE program; authorize reimbursement when certain requirements are met; require policies and guidelines; and clarify funding.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB738/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=738&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2107156,"bill_number":"HB5184","title":"Prohibiting expanding drug and alcohol treatment facilities and services in certain counties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the prohibition of adding more licensed substance abuse treatment beds in counties who currently have more than 250 substance abuse treatment beds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5184/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5184&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2107163,"bill_number":"HB5195","title":"Related to the authority of sheriff’s commission for collection of taxes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the allowable commission for tax collection by the sheriff.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5195/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5195&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2107167,"bill_number":"SB739","title":"Creating Protecting Shareholders Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish standards for a breach of fiduciary duty under the Protecting Investors Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB739/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=739&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2107174,"bill_number":"HB5167","title":"Creating the Taxpayer Accountability for Public Service Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Taxpayer Accountability for Public Service Act providing that to be eligible as a candidate for public office a person shall prove that payment of taxes has been made.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5167/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5167&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"George Miller"},
{"bill_id":2107177,"bill_number":"SB742","title":"Modifying requirements for involuntary hospitalization","description":"The purpose of this bill is to streamline the involuntary treatment process by removing a list of persons that must be contacted prior to an involuntary hospitalization and to increase the timeframe in which to file the mental hygiene petition.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-04-02","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB742/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=742&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2107181,"bill_number":"HB5175","title":"Relating to the Municipal Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement System.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify unused leave accruals eligible for campus police officers to use for additional service credit upon retirement and technical clean up.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5175/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5175&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2107188,"bill_number":"HB5190","title":"Increase conservation funding by $300,000, with the increase only to be allocated based on the head count of cattle and/or large livestock","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase conservation funding by $300,000, with the increase only to be allocated based on the head count of cattle and/or large livestock.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5190/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5190&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107189,"bill_number":"HB5178","title":"To provide asset preservation for minors who earn income from artistic or creative services for us of their name, image, or likeness","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide asset preservation for minors who earn income from artistic or creative services for use of their name, image, or likeness.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5178/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5178&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Hollis Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2107197,"bill_number":"SB741","title":"Expanding pilot program to implement involuntary commitment process","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the counties that can participate in the pilot project.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB741/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=741&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2107200,"bill_number":"SB743","title":"Creating exemption to prescription limitations for mid-level providers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an exemption to the prescription limitations contained in this section for mid-level providers under the supervision of a medical director offering comfort medications in hospice care settings. The physician medical director shall audit the prescribing practices of the mid-level providers to ensure compliance with the provisions of this section and compliance with reporting to the controlled substances monitoring database.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB743/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=743&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2107210,"bill_number":"HB5183","title":"Directing the Supreme Court of Appeals to create a pilot domestic violence court in Kanawha County","description":"The purpose of this bill is to direct the Supreme Court of Appeals to assign appropriate judicial officers for a pilot domestic violence court in Kanawha County.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5183/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5183&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2107213,"bill_number":"HB5161","title":"To create the West Virginia Rural Mobility and Transportation Access Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Rural Mobility and Transportation Access Act to expand access to transportation in rural areas of West Virginia by maximizing federal funding, encouraging private, nonprofit, and local participation, supporting innovative transportation models, and coordinating existing resources, without the State owning or operating transportation systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5161/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5161&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2107220,"bill_number":"SB744","title":"Relating to Critical Incident Review Team","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the Critical Incident Review Team is under the Office of the Inspector General. The bill has the Office of Inspector General lead the team and prepare the reporting.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB744/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=744&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2107221,"bill_number":"HB5174","title":"Legalize use of a 4\" pan to pan for gold in the state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize gold panning and have dates published showing when the season is open.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5174/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5174&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2107232,"bill_number":"SB740","title":"Relating to container labeling of nonintoxicating beer","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to container labeling of nonintoxicating beer and nonintoxicating craft beer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB740/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=740&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2107233,"bill_number":"HB5191","title":"To place rumble strips on all double-yellow lined roads and highways.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require rumble strips on double-yellow lined roads.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5191/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5191&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107240,"bill_number":"HB5172","title":"Relating to establishing the Low Earth Orbit Broadband Internet Connection Fund.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a new fund for expenditure to provide the installation of equipment used to receive Low Earth Orbit Broadband Internet Connections throughout the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5172/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5172&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2107244,"bill_number":"SB737","title":"Authorizing county boards of education to accept volunteers as certified chaplains","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county boards of education to employ or accepting as volunteers certified chaplains. The bill also provides for limitation of liability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB737/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=737&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2107245,"bill_number":"HB5199","title":"Relating to county parks and recreation commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county courts to establish county PERCs, or county Parks, Entertainment, and Recreation Commissions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5199/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5199&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bryan Smith"},
{"bill_id":2107254,"bill_number":"HB5170","title":"Relating to Capitol Carry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the West Virginia Code to allow the constitutional right of open carry on and in Capitol grounds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5170/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5170&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2107260,"bill_number":"HB5192","title":"School funding calculations should be the last three-year running average or the current enrollment, whichever is highest","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the school funding calculations shall be the last three-year running average or the current enrollment, whichever is highest.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5192/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5192&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107264,"bill_number":"SB734","title":"Updating requirements for filing fee and annual fee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the filing fee and annual fee.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB734/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=734&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Zachery Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2107270,"bill_number":"HB5196","title":"Relating to allowing intergovernmental agreements with the Land Stewardship Corporation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow intergovernmental agreements with the Land Stewardship Corporation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Local Governments","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Local Governments","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5196/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5196&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2107274,"bill_number":"HB5177","title":"Sales tax rebate for qualifying materials used in the construction of modest homes of 1 600 square feet or less","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a state sales tax rebate for qualifying materials used in the construction of modest homes of 1,600 square feet or less, to limit the rebate to the state six percent sales tax, to permit voluntary municipal participation, to establish fixed material quantity limits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5177/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5177&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2107279,"bill_number":"HB5163","title":"Relating to exempting child-care programs operated by a county board of education exclusively for the children of its employees from certain licensing requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to exempting child-care programs operated by a county board of education exclusively for the children of its employees from certain licensing requirements. The bill also establishes rules to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of children enrolled in such programs.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5163/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5163&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2107284,"bill_number":"HB5166","title":"To provide notice to any political committees violating the filing requirements prior to assessing any civil fines and giving the Secretary of State authority to grant additional time for compliance not to exceed an additional 14 days.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide notice to any political committees violating the filing requirements prior to assessing any civil fines and giving the Secretary of State authority to grant additional time for compliance not to exceed an additional 14 days.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5166/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5166&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jim Butler"},
{"bill_id":2107288,"bill_number":"HB5193","title":"To eliminate adverse possession from the state code of West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to abolish the right to obtain title to land by adverse possession.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5193/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5193&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107298,"bill_number":"HB5181","title":"Relating to removing the Certificate of Need moratorium on opioid treatment facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the Certificate of Need Mortarium on opioid treatment programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5181/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5181&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2107303,"bill_number":"HB5164","title":"Relating generally to the state fire marshal","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to the qualifications and responsibilities of the State Fire Marshal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5164/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5164&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2107308,"bill_number":"HB5176","title":"Relating to creating the animal abuse database within the West Virginia State Police.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the animal abuse database within the West Virginia State Police.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5176/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5176&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2107312,"bill_number":"HB5185","title":"Increasing access to contraceptive drugs, devices, and procedures","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide easier access to contraceptives and sterilization services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5185/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5185&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2107319,"bill_number":"HB5169","title":"To provide a tax credit for new parents in this state in certain circumstances.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a state tax deduction for parents whose children qualify for a \"Trump Account,\" as set forth in 26 USC 530A.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5169/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5169&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jimmy Willis"},
{"bill_id":2107323,"bill_number":"SB735","title":"Phasing out corporate net income tax over 4 years","description":"The purpose of this bill is to phase out corporate net income tax over 4 years, cutting the tax 25% per year starting tax year 2027.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB735/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=735&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Zachery Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2107324,"bill_number":"HB5182","title":"Relating generally to authorizing security personnel employed by the State Treasurer to carry concealed weapons while performing his or her official duties","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to authorizing security personnel employed by the State Treasurer to carry concealed weapons while performing his or her official duties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5182/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5182&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2107334,"bill_number":"HB5173","title":"To create the West Virginia Rural Littering and Illegal Dumping Prevention Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Littering and Illegal Dumping Prevention Act and enhance the penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5173/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5173&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2107336,"bill_number":"HB5168","title":"To increase funding for EMS first responders.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer, after the end of each fiscal year from any remaining and available net profits in the State Lottery Fund, the sum of $12 million to the Emergency Medical Services Salary Enhancement Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5168/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5168&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2107343,"bill_number":"HB5189","title":"Relating to the use of technology in child abuse and neglect investigations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Human Services to provide child welfare workers with mobile technology that will permit them to conduct investigations and create a digital record. This will upload to the system automatically and reduce the need for a child protective services worker to input data manually into a system. This will enhance service delivery to children. This data will allow managers to have real time access to data to conduct quality improvement analysis.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5189/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5189&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2107347,"bill_number":"HB5188","title":"Authorizing possession and smoking of medical cannabis by approved persons","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the possession and smoking of medical marijuana by authorized persons.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5188/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5188&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2107355,"bill_number":"HB5198","title":"Relating to crimes against the intellectually disabled","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance the penalty for crimes committed against persons with a mental disability.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5198/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5198&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2107356,"bill_number":"SB745","title":"Relating to requirements for school nutrition programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth a list of additives to be excluded from a school nutrition program and to set forth requirements for sugar, a fiber to carbohydrate ratio, and to require a posting of menu ingredients.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB745/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=745&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2107364,"bill_number":"SB736","title":"Requiring DMV to provide identification card for eligible released inmates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Division of Motor Vehicles to provide an identification card for eligible released inmates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To Workforce","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Workforce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB736/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=736&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Zachery Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2107365,"bill_number":"HB5171","title":"Relating to salary schedule adjustments for elected county officials.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a new salary schedule for county officials.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5171/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5171&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2107372,"bill_number":"HB5197","title":"Relating to Civil Action to Set Aside a Tax Deed","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the right to set aside deed when one entitled to notices was not properly notified. The bill changes the time that such parties have to institute a civil action to set aside the deed against state and local governments and their subdivisions from two years to one year.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5197/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5197&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2107375,"bill_number":"HB5162","title":"Relating to the sales of tax liens","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the sale of tax liens.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Referred to Rules on 3rd reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5162/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5162&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2108447,"bill_number":"SB767","title":"Creating needs-based assessment for EMS","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Emergency Medical Services Needs-Based Assessment and Funding Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB767/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=767&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108450,"bill_number":"HB5236","title":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure compliance with state law requiring ballot tabulating equipment to not be connected to the internet, by requiring random inspections by the Secretary of State, including all necessary reporting.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure compliance with state law requiring ballot tabulating equipment to not be connected to the internet, by requiring random inspections by the Secretary of State, including all necessary reporting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5236/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5236&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2108451,"bill_number":"SB773","title":"Requiring Department of Health to report positive alpha-gal tests to CDC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of the Department of Health to propose legislative rules to include alpha-gal syndrome on the list of diseases that shall be required to be reported to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB773/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=773&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108453,"bill_number":"HB5216","title":"Relating to community paramedicine programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the creation of community paramedicine programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5216/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5216&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dean Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2108457,"bill_number":"HB5274","title":"Allowing the Secretary of State administer oaths and affirmations.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Secretary of State administer oaths and affirmations, issue subpoenas, involve the aid of the circuit court in the execution of its subpoena power, and request legal and investigative assistance from the Attorney General, when investigating a charitable organization, professional fund-raising counsel or professional solicitor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5274/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5274&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108458,"bill_number":"HB5268","title":"Mountaineer Games Sports League","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Mountaineer Games Sports League.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5268/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5268&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108464,"bill_number":"HB5232","title":"Creating the Police Partnering with Communities Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Police Partnering With Communities Act and create a new fund within the West Virginia State Treasurer's Office.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5232/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5232&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108465,"bill_number":"HB5241","title":"Relating to insurance coverage for breast cancer screening","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish insurance provisions required relating to breast cancer screenings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5241/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5241&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108468,"bill_number":"HB5266","title":"Requiring West Virginia Medicaid managed care organizations to contract with any otherwise qualified provider","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require West Virginia Medicaid managed care organizations to allow in their network any willing provider which is otherwise qualified and credentialed, at the same reimbursement rate and other terms the same as comparable providers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5266/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5266&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108471,"bill_number":"SB775","title":"Prohibiting state entities from engaging in activity related to sexual orientation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit state government entities from promoting or facilitating discussions, policies, programs, or medical procedures related to sexual orientation or gender transitioning; defining terms; prohibiting use of state funds for such purposes; establishing enforcement mechanisms; and providing for penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB775/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=775&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108472,"bill_number":"SB768","title":"Creating Country Roads Mapping and Marketing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Country Roads Mapping and Marketing Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB768/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=768&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108483,"bill_number":"HB5253","title":"Creating a domestic violence registry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a domestic violence registry. The bill provides a purpose. The bill directs the criminal identification bureau of the West Virginia State Police to establish and maintain the registry. The bill provides for confidential inquiry of persons on the registry. The bill establishes criteria for placement on and releasing information from the registry. The bill requires prosecuting attorneys to provide certain information. The bill defines terms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5253/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5253&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108484,"bill_number":"HB5215","title":"Relating generally to limiting landowner liability for the purpose of operation of all-terrain vehicles.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit landowner liability when certain persons operate an all-terrain vehicle.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5215/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5215&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dean Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2108486,"bill_number":"HB5211","title":"Relating to the identification of noncitizen residents on a driver’s license.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the designation \"NC\" on all lawful noncitizens' driver's licenses, identification cards, and temporary identification documents issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles for voter identification purposes and to ensure that all such licenses and identification cards issued are distinguishable from those of citizens' to ensure noncitizens are not capable of utilizing such documentation to vote.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5211/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5211&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2108489,"bill_number":"HB5224","title":"Creating a personal income tax credit for election officials in West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a $100 tax credit per election for service by an election official to West Virginia Personal income tax liabilities. The tax credit shall not exceed $200 for any taxable year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5224/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5224&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108492,"bill_number":"SB782","title":"Relating to salaries and retirement benefits of judges","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide pay increases to members of the judiciary and to make modifications to the judicial retirement system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB782/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=782&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2108497,"bill_number":"HJR37","title":"Amending Constitution to allow for possession, manufacture and sale of cannabis","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to propose an amendment to the State Constitution that would legalize cannabis possession; allow for the manufacture and sale of cannabis to be authorized by the Legislature; and allow the expungement and dismissal of convictions thereto.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR37/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=37&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108503,"bill_number":"HB5212","title":"Relating to financial aid for post-secondary education.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise, update, and streamline the requirements for higher education grants, scholarships, loans, and financial aid for postsecondary education programs, workforce development initiatives, and workforce grants.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5212/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5212&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Ellington"},
{"bill_id":2108505,"bill_number":"HB5218","title":"Providing that the Secretary of State shall notify a respondent of an election law complaint","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the Secretary of State shall notify a respondent of an election law complaint, and that the respondent shall provide a response within 10 business days.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5218/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5218&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108508,"bill_number":"HB5246","title":"Safe Play Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the penalties for persons convicted of assault or battery upon athletic officials: the Safe Play Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5246/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5246&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108512,"bill_number":"HB5267","title":"Providing for the reintegration of inmates in correctional facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require correctional facilities to assist juvenile and adult offenders to obtain a Social Security number and card, a birth certificate, and a driver's license.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5267/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5267&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108517,"bill_number":"HB5235","title":"Back to school sales tax holiday","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the back-to-school sales tax holiday amount.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5235/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5235&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2108520,"bill_number":"HB5254","title":"Establishing the Minority Health Advisory Team","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize model Community Health Equity Initiative Demonstration Projects which use existing state and local resources to promote community health and well-being. The bill authorizes the Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health to establish projects with eligibility requirements; and provides for the administration of projects. Additionally, the bill establishes the Minority Health Advisory Team including its composition and duties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5254/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5254&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108525,"bill_number":"SB760","title":"Establishing certain rights for purchasers of residential improvements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish certain rights for purchasers of residential improvements. The bill states a legislative purpose; defines terms; mandates contracts for residential improvements contain warranty; states required minimum terms of warranty; sets length of warranty; establishes that warranty is cumulative of other warranties; prohibits exclusion or limitation of express or implied warranties; mandates that arbitration proceedings be held within certain distance from location of improvements; requires alternative dispute resolution provisions of contract be prominently displayed; and establishes grounds for disciplinary action by Contractor Licensing Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB760/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=760&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2108526,"bill_number":"SJR17","title":"Elimination of Real Estate Taxes on Permanent Residence Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the Constitution to permit the Legislature to adopt general laws exempting from taxation personal property used exclusively for residential purposes and occupied by the owner or one of the owners thereof as his or her residence who is a citizen of this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR17/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=17&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2108529,"bill_number":"SB778","title":"Relating to eligibility for homebound services for exceptional children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove a significant barrier for families by ensuring that students receive timely educational support through allowing nurse practitioners and physicians assistants, as well as physicians, to certify eligibility for homebound services.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB778/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=778&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2108532,"bill_number":"SB765","title":"Allowing retail liquor outlets discount certain liquor below minimum markup","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow retail liquor outlets who purchased liquor which has not sold in two years to be able to discount liquor that has been documented as stagnant below the minimum markup. The retail liquor outlet benefits from the sale of older or stagnant liquor and the state benefits with additional sales tax on liquor that might otherwise be destroyed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB765/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=765&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2108540,"bill_number":"SB750","title":"Clarifying process for filling vacancies in Legislature","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the responsibility of the Governor to fill a vacancy in the state legislature. The bill provides a process for the selection of three legally qualified persons to fill a vacancy in the office of state senator or House of Delegates, allows for virtual candidate interviews where more than three candidates apply, and clarifies the interview process. It also provides that a party county chairman appoint a subcommittee to act as vacancy committee where a senate or delegate district is wholly within one county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB750/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=750&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108541,"bill_number":"SB776","title":"Increasing oversight and regulatory authority of PSC","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that Public Service Districts in West Virginia operate with greater transparency, accountability, and efficiency under the enhanced oversight of the Public Service Commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB776/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=776&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108545,"bill_number":"SB766","title":"Creating Caregiver Tax Credit Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tax credit for eligible family members providing caregiver services to an eligible family member.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB766/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=766&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2108549,"bill_number":"HB5230","title":"Modifying retirement and disability benefits for dependents of State Police","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the awards and benefits to dependents of State Police officers who must take disability retirement to better match the awards and benefits of the dependents of State Police retirants who serve 20 years without disability retirement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5230/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5230&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2108551,"bill_number":"HB5214","title":"Relating to drug testing of parents who have had abuse and/or neglect claims substantiated against them prior to reunification.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require parents with abuse and/or neglect claims substantiated against them to be drug tested prior to reunification.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5214/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5214&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2108553,"bill_number":"HB5249","title":"Limiting the use of state funding under the Hope Scholarship Program for out-of-state private schools and providers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prevent the use of state funds to pay costs for attending out-of-state private schools or receiving other services from an out-of-state provider.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5249/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5249&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108557,"bill_number":"SB781","title":"Supplemental appropriation for Civil Contingent Fund, fund 0105","description":"The purpose of this bill is to supplement and amend the appropriation of public moneys out of the Treasury from the balance of moneys remaining as an unappropriated surplus balance in the State Fund, General Revenue, to the Governor's Office, Civil Contingent Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB781/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=781&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2108562,"bill_number":"HR9","title":"Honoring the life and public service of the Honorable Douglas John Skaff Jr.","description":"Honoring the life and public service of the Honorable Douglas John Skaff Jr.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR9/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=9&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2108567,"bill_number":"HB5208","title":"The Family Justice Restoration and Due Process Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Child Protective Services Due Process and Child Protection Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5208/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5208&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2108568,"bill_number":"HB5257","title":"Relating to education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove language requiring specific appropriations in order for the State Board of Education, State Department of Education, and the State Superintendent of Schools to provide education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5257/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5257&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108570,"bill_number":"HB5269","title":"The Young Professional Tax Credits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create \"The Young Professional Tax Credits\" for student loans. The bill provides that the credit applies to college graduates from ages 18 to 40 or until the student loan is repaid. The bill also provides for a refundable child care credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5269/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5269&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108577,"bill_number":"HB5250","title":"Clarifying that the legislature cannot impede the judiciary’s duties to assure the fair administration of justice when it or a member of a legislative body is a party in a proceeding relating to legislative actions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an exception in the right of a member of the Legislature or a legislative body when a party to a judicial proceeding relating to legislative actions, and delay of the legal proceeding will prevent the judiciary from fulfilling its constitutional duty to assure fair and timely administration of justice.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5250/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5250&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108580,"bill_number":"HB5231","title":"The purpose of this bill is to require counties to utilize separate voting machines from those used for voting in an election, and to require testing of the automatic tabulating equipment prior to its use in an election.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require counties to utilize separate voting machines for training from those used for voting in an election, and to require testing of the automatic tabulating equipment prior to its use in an election if the machine was used for training purposes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5231/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5231&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2108583,"bill_number":"SB758","title":"Providing extra state aid to school districts for students enrolled in certain schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define a reasonable route; provide extra state aid to school districts for students enrolled in extremely remote schools; and prohibit a county board from closing an extremely remote school.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB758/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=758&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2108584,"bill_number":"HR12","title":"Sexual Violence Awareness Day","description":"Sexual Violence Awareness Day","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR12/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=12&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2108592,"bill_number":"HB5238","title":"Screening for adverse childhood experiences","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require screenings for adverse childhood experiences.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5238/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5238&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108593,"bill_number":"SB764","title":"Prohibiting certain adulterated products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define terms clarify what additives and food dyes are prohibited and to clarify penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB764/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=764&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2108599,"bill_number":"HB5248","title":"To create an initiative to provide minorities and males with an incentive to join the public education field","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a statewide initiative to promote teacher preparation programs aimed at underrepresented groups. The bill provides that the West Virginia State Board of Education will create an initiative for this purpose. The bill provides that county boards of education in this state will create initiatives for this purpose. The bill establishes a scholarship fund and provides for funding. The bill provides for definitions. The bill sets forth criteria for the scholarship. Finally, the bill enacts the scholarship.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5248/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5248&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108603,"bill_number":"HB5270","title":"To allow public high schools to have full time athletic trainers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to have full-time athletic trainers at public high schools in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5270/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5270&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108606,"bill_number":"SB759","title":"Relating to agency changes to auctioneers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update and clarify the laws on auctioneering.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB759/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=759&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2108608,"bill_number":"SB769","title":"Creating Litter Control and Environmental Cleanup Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure a coordinated approach to litter control, leverages county resources, and introduces a nonprofit contractor to handle large-scale cleanups.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB769/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=769&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108609,"bill_number":"SR29","title":"Designating February 6, 2026, as Recovery Advocacy Day","description":"Designating February 6, 2026, as Recovery Advocacy Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR29/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=29&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2108618,"bill_number":"SB770","title":"Establishing Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Act, create the West Virginia Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Commission, and a new Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Program Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB770/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=770&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108619,"bill_number":"HB5259","title":"Relating to the cultivation of medical cannabis","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit qualifying patients to grow and cultivate up to 10 cannabis plants for their own use with no more than five reaching maturity simultaneously.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5259/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5259&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108622,"bill_number":"HB5252","title":"Creating the Independent Redistricting Commission of the Joint Committee on Government and Finance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the Redistricting Office of the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to propose redistricting plans during census years. The main task of the Redistricting Office is to propose a plan to the Legislature which is based on constitutional and legal requirements and considerations. The bill provides specific criteria that the redistricting office must observe in proposing district mappings. The bill requires the redistricting office to advertise a proposed draft map of districts to the public. The bill requires the redistricting office to recommend redistricting plan to the Legislature. The bill requires the full Legislature to vote on plan ratification. The bill provides for subsequent submissions of plans and vote by Legislature. The bill requires that the commission certify to the Secretary of State that its final proposal for district boundaries is in accordance with constitutional and legal requirements. The bill prohibits certain persons from influencing or attempting to influence district mapping proposals of the redistricting office.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5252/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5252&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108625,"bill_number":"HB5213","title":"Relating to involuntary commitment process pilot program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add counties to the involuntary commitment process pilot program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5213/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5213&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2108628,"bill_number":"SB771","title":"Establishing non-denominational chapel within WV State Capitol building","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a non-denominational chapel within the West Virginia Capitol building.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB771/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=771&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108636,"bill_number":"SR28","title":"Expressing support for I-68 Energy Manufacturing AI Corridor","description":"Expressing support for I-68 Energy Manufacturing AI Corridor","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR28/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=28&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2108640,"bill_number":"HB5206","title":"To make certain acts of panhandling and solicitation unlawful","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make certain acts of panhandling and solicitation unlawful. The bill exempts fire departments, school organizations, and 501(c)(3) organizations. The bill provides misdemeanor penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Homeland Security","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5206/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5206&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2108645,"bill_number":"HB5264","title":"Establishing workers cooperative corporations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish workers cooperatives which are employee-owned corporations created to be operated for the benefit of the employees and the local community; providing guidelines and criteria for their incorporation and a process for their dissolution.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5264/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5264&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108646,"bill_number":"SB783","title":"Relating to sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital sexual battery","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital sexual battery of a person less than 12 years of age.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB783/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=783&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2108649,"bill_number":"HB5201","title":"Requiring DOH public notification of traffic change 48 hours in advance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the public with 48 hours' notice of construction traffic changes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5201/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5201&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marshall Clay"},
{"bill_id":2108652,"bill_number":"HB5220","title":"Relating to clarifying persons permitted to be present in a polling place during an election period for non-voting activities that normally occur at that location","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify individuals permitted to be present in a polling place during an election period while voting is taking place for normal non-voting activities that normally occur at the location.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5220/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5220&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108658,"bill_number":"HB5219","title":"Relating to defining residence for the purpose of registration and voting in West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define residence for purposes of registration and voting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5219/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5219&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108660,"bill_number":"HB5258","title":"Relating to the juvenile justice reform oversight committee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Juvenile Justice Reform Oversight Committee to recommend averted costs reinvestment; create a juvenile justice account and provide its purpose, funding, and disbursements; require new data to be collected and compiled to allow calculation of juvenile recidivism and the outcome of programs and make this information available to the public.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5258/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5258&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108666,"bill_number":"HB5273","title":"Relating to campaign financial statements by candidates for municipal office","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase transparency into county and municipal campaign finance activities by requiring all campaign finance reports for all elected offices in the state to be published online within 48 hours of the deadline, and to require municipal candidates file their campaign finance reports with the County Clerk of the County in which they are running.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5273/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5273&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108668,"bill_number":"HB5242","title":"State Living Donor Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit an insurer from declining or limiting coverage on a person under any life insurance policy, major medical coverage policy, disability insurance policy, or long-term care insurance policy solely due to the status of that person as a living organ donor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5242/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5242&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108672,"bill_number":"HB5233","title":"Relating to living anatomical gift","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish procedures and requirements for making a living anatomical gift.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5233/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5233&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108676,"bill_number":"HB5234","title":"Relating to requiring certain information with an absentee ballot","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect absentee voters' personal information from being displayed on the outside of an absentee ballot envelope sent through the mail, and to require personally identifiable information to be provided with an absentee ballot, which information is to be reviewed by county election officials and verified against official registration records to confirm the identity of absentee voters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5234/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5234&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2108679,"bill_number":"HB5247","title":"Establishing a pilot program to develop school-based mental and behavioral health services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the State Department of Education to develop a pilot program to provide mental and behavioral health services as an alternative to suspending students for disruptive behaviors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5247/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5247&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108681,"bill_number":"HB5251","title":"Adding “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act and WV Fair Housing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity\" to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act, prohibiting discrimination in employment and places of public accommodation. The bill adds \"age\", \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity\" to the categories covered by the Fair Housing Act prohibiting discrimination in housing. The bill defines \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5251/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5251&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108686,"bill_number":"HB5271","title":"Granting full time employees of county boards of education three months of paid leave following the birth of a child","description":"The purpose of this bill is to grant full-time employees of county boards of education three months of paid leave, following the birth of a child, or the placement of a child in the home through adoption or foster care. The bill provides that the leave is in addition to any other leave available to the employee.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5271/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5271&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108688,"bill_number":"HB5260","title":"Relating generally to medical cannabis","description":"The purpose of this bill is to improve patient safety in the medical cannabis program by authorizing permitted, regulated medical cannabis processors to manufacture medical cannabis in edible form for dispensing to certified patients in the state; to specify certain requirements applicable to medical cannabis dispensed in edible form; and to require information relating to the dispensing of medical cannabis be input into the controlled substance monitoring database.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5260/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5260&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2108693,"bill_number":"SB772","title":"Declaring certain claims against WV to be moral obligations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to declare certain claims against the state to be moral obligations of the state and to authorize payments therefor from the following funds:GENERAL REVENUE FUND: $160,655.07 STATE ROAD FUND: $259,506.46   TOTAL: $420,161.53","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB772/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=772&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2108698,"bill_number":"HB5217","title":"Providing for a filing fee for a write-in candidate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a filing fee for a write-in candidate.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5217/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5217&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108703,"bill_number":"HB5245","title":"Creating the Governor’s Cup competition","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the \"Governor's Cup Challenge\" to provide scholarships for high school student-athletes who did not receive an athletic scholarship to a West Virginia higher education institution and are perusing an education at their preferred in-state institution of higher education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5245/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5245&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108705,"bill_number":"SB761","title":"Relating to in-state production of value-added forest products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide tax credits to encourage in-state production of value-added forest products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB761/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=761&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2108707,"bill_number":"SB746","title":"Establishing resident and nonresident wildlife viewing stamps","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a wildlife viewing program through an additional stamp or endorsement upon a state-issued hunting or fishing license.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB746/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=746&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108710,"bill_number":"HB5243","title":"Allowing a bar to purchase liquor from a distillery or a mini-distillery","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a bar to purchase liquor from a distillery or a mini-distillery if it is within 10 miles of the distillery or mini-distillery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5243/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5243&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108716,"bill_number":"SB780","title":"Relating to advertising by licensed limited video lottery retailers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize licensed video lottery retailers and operators to advertise, subject to the approval of the lottery director.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB780/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=780&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2108718,"bill_number":"HB5244","title":"To institute the Learn and Earn program for four-year schools.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the Learn and Earn Program to the state baccalaureate institutions for a two-year pilot period.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5244/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5244&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David McCormick"},
{"bill_id":2108721,"bill_number":"SB755","title":"Removing state agencies' requirement to submit annual reports for certain businesses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement that state agencies submit annual progress reports on small, women and minority-owned business procurement to the Department of Administration.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB755/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=755&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2108722,"bill_number":"HB5262","title":"Providing a tax credit for obtaining certain certifications by the United States Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design green building rating system","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a tax credit for obtaining certain certifications by the United States Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design green building rating system or the Green Globes Building Initiative green building rating standard. The bill sets forth the amount of the credit, who may take the credit, the criteria for taking the credit and the amount of the credit. The bill also provides rule-making authority and defines terms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5262/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5262&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108729,"bill_number":"HB5227","title":"Relating to Secretary of State annual reports, fees, and veteran-owned business logotypes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Secretary of State to charge a fee of up to $5 plus any amount passed on by a financial institution for any returned or dishonored check, money order, or draft. This fee covers the administrative costs for handling the returned item. The bill allows the Secretary of State discretion to waive late fees under certain circumstances. The bill provides that the Secretary of State shall design and provide a veteran-owned logotype.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5227/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5227&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108732,"bill_number":"HB5263","title":"Relating to use of credit scores in applications for insurance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the use of a credit score to banking institution credit scoring for casualty insurance rate filings. The bill prohibits the use of credit scoring as a consideration in calculating insurance rates in homeowners or automobile liability policies. The bill prohibits the number of inquiries or the contents of a credit report or the use of credit score report from adversely affecting an application for insurance when disputed by the applicant; and when a credit score or report is utilized that it can only be generated by a banking institution.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5263/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5263&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108735,"bill_number":"SB756","title":"Extending authority to state spending units","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the authority of the purchasing director, who may utilize best value procurement, to state spending units when they determine that it is in the best interest of the state.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB756/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=756&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2108742,"bill_number":"HB5210","title":"Comprehesive reform of the state’s water infrastructure systems.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to comprehensively reform the state's water and wastewater infrastructure, streamline and clarify the process for issuing certain state grants and loans for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, eliminating the Water Development Authority Board and reassigning any necessary functions, requiring additional reports and on-going training for city and county operators of public water and wastewater systems, allowing public water and wastewater systems to enter into Regional Cooperative Agreements, creating an Early Intervention Pilot Program for struggling public water and wastewater utilities, updating the methodology for the watch list for troubled public water and wastewater utilities, establishing an improvement period for public water and wastewater utilities on the watch list, and allowing for required memorandums of understanding when an identified acquiring utility is exempt from forced consolidation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5210/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5210&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2108745,"bill_number":"SB779","title":"Exempting certain county boards of education from certain licensure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt two county boards of education that are a part of a childcare center or facility pilot for school personnel employed by the county from certain licensure, approval, certification, and registration related requirements; require the State Superintendent of Schools to select for the pilot the first two counties that apply and demonstrate that they are financially capable of participating in the pilot; establish the term of the pilot to be for two years; and require a report to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Education Accountability at the conclusion of the two years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB779/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=779&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2108748,"bill_number":"HB5275","title":"Providing the circumstances that a qualified voter is authorized to vote an absentee ballot by mail","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide the circumstances that a qualified voter is authorized to vote an absentee ballot by mail.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5275/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5275&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108749,"bill_number":"HB5209","title":"Create a registry of persons convicted of animal abuse","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an animal abuse registry.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5209/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5209&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2108756,"bill_number":"HB5221","title":"Relating to increasing the civil penalties for failure to file required campaign finance reports","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase civil penalties for failure to file required campaign finance reports.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5221/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5221&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108757,"bill_number":"HB5228","title":"Relating to clarifying the definition of electioneering","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of electioneering; describe certain prohibited electioneering information or activity; exempt from the definition of \"electioneering\" certain activity and materials; permit certain persons to enforce election laws and maintain law and order inside the prohibited zone; and permit certain persons to seek assistance from law-enforcement officer.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5228/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5228&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108761,"bill_number":"HB5207","title":"To increase the protections for the welfare of domestic animals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide increased protections for the welfare of domestic animals in the care of animal shelters and private individuals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5207/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5207&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2108766,"bill_number":"SB749","title":"Relating to county economic opportunity development districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Berkeley County Commission to levy a special district excise tax for the benefit of the Berkeley County Economic Opportunity Development District.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/9/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB749/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=749&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2108768,"bill_number":"HB5261","title":"Relating generally to forfeiture of contraband","description":"The purpose of this bill concerns forfeiture of contraband. The bill establishes criminal forfeiture and the items and property subject to forfeiture. The bill sets forth additional procedures for forfeiture. The bill establishes dates. The bill permits a court to waive a conviction requirement. The bill protects innocent owners. The bill permits seizure of personal property with and without process. The bill provides that there are no additional remedies and no joint and severable liability. The bill establishes title. The bill sets forth the disposition of forfeited property and proceeds. The bill establishes prohibition on retaining property. The bill establishes sales restrictions, return of property, damages, and costs. The bill permits the transfer of forfeited property to the federal government. The bill provides for preemption. The bill defines terms.The bill repeals §60A-7-704, §60A-7-705a, §60A-7-706, §60A-7-707, and §60A-7-708.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5261/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5261&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108773,"bill_number":"HB5239","title":"To increase the minimum starting salary for a teacher to $50,000","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the state minimum salary schedule for teachers; and to raise the state minimum salary for teachers to $50,000.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5239/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5239&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108775,"bill_number":"SB762","title":"Relating to comprehensive reform of state’s water infrastructure systems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to comprehensively reform the state's water and wastewater infrastructure, streamline and clarify the process for issuing certain state grants and loans for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, eliminating the Water Development Authority Board and reassigning any necessary functions, requiring additional reports and on-going training for city and county operators of public water and wastewater systems, allowing public water and wastewater systems to enter into Regional Cooperative Agreements, creating an Early Intervention Pilot Program for struggling public water and wastewater utilities, updating the methodology for the watch list for troubled public water and wastewater utilities, establishing an improvement period for public water and wastewater utilities on the watch list, and allowing for required memorandums of understanding when an identified acquiring utility is exempt from forced consolidation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB762/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=762&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2108779,"bill_number":"SB754","title":"Creating Foster Care Facilities Improvement Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Foster Care Facilities Improvement Fund, to be used for the improvement and maintenance of foster care facilities and services within the state. The bill grants the Secretary of Human Services authority to make certain disbursements from the fund, pursuant to recommendations made by an advisory committee appointed by the secretary, with priority to be given to grant awards given to nonprofit organizations providing foster care services in the state for purposes of renovation, construction, and maintenance of foster care facilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB754/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=754&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2108782,"bill_number":"HB5272","title":"Appropriations from the state Revenue Shortfall Fund and the Income Tax Reserve Fund be utilized to initiate investments in flood prevention initiatives to reduce the impact of severe flooding","description":"The purpose of this bill is to jumpstart the state's State Resiliency and Flood Protection Act to allow the Resiliency Office to begin the work off assisting areas of the state prone to flooding to undertake actions to reduce or prevent future flooding.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5272/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5272&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108784,"bill_number":"HB5225","title":"Relating to prohibiting any person to operate an unmanned aerial vehicle over a polling place on election day","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit any person from operating an unmanned aerial vehicle over a polling place or within the electioneering zone on election day.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5225/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5225&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108789,"bill_number":"SB777","title":"Creating Outdoor West Virginians with Disabilities Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Outdoor West Virginians with Disabilities Act. The bill provides for a short title. The bill establishes definitions. The bill provides updates to travel management plans and motor vehicle use plans. The bill clarifies motor vehicle use maps and designation of certain public land as open, limited, or closed to off-road vehicles. Finally, the bill clarifies the effect of the article.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Natural Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Natural Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB777/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=777&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108794,"bill_number":"SB751","title":"Limiting landowner liability when land is used for certain purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit landowner liability for injuries to, or caused by, persons entering or going upon land for noncommercial recreational purposes, wildlife propagation purposes, military training purposes, law-enforcement training purposes, or homeland defense training purposes. It also clarifies statutory language in light of Mallet v. Pickens, 206 W.Va. 145, 522 S.E.2d 436 (1999); defines terms, and makes technical corrections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB751/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=751&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108798,"bill_number":"HB5200","title":"Creating Office of entrepreneurship","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the office of entrepreneurship, provide for legislative oversight, authorize rulemaking authority, create an associated fund, and to provide an appropriation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5200/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5200&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2108799,"bill_number":"HB5223","title":"Relating to requiring contact information for the chair of a political committee","description":"The purpose of this bill is add contact information of the committee chair and require and acknowledgment in the statement of organization that the committee must adhere to the reporting requirements set forth in the campaign finance laws of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5223/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5223&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108802,"bill_number":"HB5255","title":"Relating to consumer protection of new manufactured home warranties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to place upon the manufacturers of manufactured homes the duty to meet their obligations and responsibilities under the terms of the express warranties extended to the consumers in this state. The bill provides consumers additional remedies to enforce the warranties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5255/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5255&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108806,"bill_number":"HB5240","title":"Authorizing a temporary foreign brewers import license","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize temporary 30-day licenses for out-of-state nonintoxicating beer brewers to import beer for test marketing and distribute to festivals and samplings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5240/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5240&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108811,"bill_number":"HB5205","title":"Requiring the State Board of Education to create model policies on the use of technology and artifical intelligence in a public school classroom","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Balance Act. The bill provides for artificial intelligence standards. The bill sets forth definitions. The bill sets forth a county board of education policy for the use of artificial intelligence. The bill creates definitions for artificial intelligence. The bill provides resources for a student with a technology-related learning difficulty. Finally, the bill creates an AI sandbox course.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5205/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5205&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2108814,"bill_number":"SB752","title":"Transferring authority for racing events from county commissions to DOT","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer duties from county commissions to the Department of Transportation when a road closure is requested to hold organized motorsports events on public roads.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB752/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=752&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108816,"bill_number":"SB774","title":"Allowing certain county EMS officers to participate in EMS Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow emergency medical services officers currently participating in the Public Employees Retirement System to elect to begin participating in the Emergency Medical Services Retirement System.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Postponed indefinitely","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB774/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=774&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2108820,"bill_number":"HB5256","title":"Relating to wages of persons with disabilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for fair pay and maximized employment of disabled persons; create a state \"Employment First\" policy that encourages agencies to facilitate employment of disabled persons; establish a task force to initiate these policies; provide for the Bureau for Behavioral Health, Division of Rehabilitation Services, Department of Education, Bureau for Medical Services (State Medicaid Agency), and Workforce WV to implement the policy; and remove current exemption for paying minimum wages to persons in nonprofit workshops.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5256/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5256&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108825,"bill_number":"SJR18","title":"Elimination of Real Estate Taxes on the Permanent Residence for Certain Individuals Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the Constitution to eliminate taxes on the permanent residence of certain individuals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR18/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=18&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2108828,"bill_number":"HB5226","title":"Providing that in no case shall a filing fee paid be returned to the candidate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a candidate's filing fee is not refundable, even if the candidate withdraws from the race or does not make it onto the ballot.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5226/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5226&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108833,"bill_number":"HB5229","title":"Relating to filing of a fraudulent financing statement.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update acts constituting the filing of a fraudulent financing statement; filing of an affidavit and notice to secured parties; investigative powers of the Secretary of State; removing outdated provisions of code.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5229/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5229&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108837,"bill_number":"SJR19","title":"Governor Born in West Virginia Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to provide that candidates for governor shall be born in West Virginia in order to be eligible for office of Governor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR19/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=19&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2108839,"bill_number":"HB5222","title":"Providing for an increase service of process fees and fees in shipping and handling expenses for execution of service of process","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for an increase in service of process fees and fees in shipping and handling expenses for execution of service of process by certified mail upon any defendant and to provide for certain exemptions for foreign veteran-owned businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5222/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5222&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2108840,"bill_number":"SB748","title":"Requiring parental notification of school-based dispensaries of contraceptives to minors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require public schools to notify parents when dispensing contraceptives to minors. The bill provides a definition.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB748/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=748&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108843,"bill_number":"SB763","title":"Requiring children to be screened for sex trafficking upon entering foster care","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require children to be screened for sex trafficking and labor trafficking as they enter foster care.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB763/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=763&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2108851,"bill_number":"HB5203","title":"To forbid any municipality from issuing an ID for the purpose of voting in a municipal election","description":"The purpose of this bill is to forbid any municipality from issuing an ID for the purposes of voting in a municipal election.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5203/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5203&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2108854,"bill_number":"SB757","title":"Relating to government construction contracts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add language that gives vendors a 10-day grace period to provide bid bond documentation after the bid closing to address bonding errors in otherwise qualified bids.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB757/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=757&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2108857,"bill_number":"HB5265","title":"Relating to calculating max number of students at alternative and year-round schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to calculate the maximum number of students during the course of a year at alternative and year-round schools based on the maximum attendance for that school year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5265/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5265&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2108859,"bill_number":"HB5202","title":"Relating to permitting access to funding for public water utilities subject to the Public Service Commission’s jurisdiction","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend access to loan and grant funding from the Water Development Authority to non-governmental public utilities for assistance with distressed public water systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5202/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5202&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2108861,"bill_number":"HB5237","title":"Maintaining the solvency of the Unemployment Compensation Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Governor to borrow money from the Revenue Shortfall Reserve Fund to fund the Unemployment Compensation Fund when federal layoffs deplete the Unemployment Compensation Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5237/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5237&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2108866,"bill_number":"HR10","title":"Proposing approval of United States H.R. 5966, Ohio River Restoration Program Act, to bring clean water, enhanced fish and aquatic wildlife, economic benefits, and expanded recreation opportunities to West Virginia.","description":"Proposing approval of United States H.R. 5966, Ohio River Restoration Program Act, to bring clean water, enhanced fish and aquatic wildlife, economic benefits, and expanded recreation opportunities to West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR10/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=10&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2108871,"bill_number":"HR11","title":"Resolution celebrating 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States and 100th Anniversary of Interstate System","description":"Resolution celebrating 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States and 100th Anniversary of Interstate System","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR11/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=11&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2108873,"bill_number":"HB5204","title":"Relating to establishing the Child Captivity Prevention Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that when a child moves to this state and the parents or guardians intend to home school, that a student education and wellness assurance visit to the residence be conducted to verify that the child is not being abused or neglected.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5204/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5204&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Hollis Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2108874,"bill_number":"SB753","title":"Establishing Adopt-A-Road program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Adopt-A-Road program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB753/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=753&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2108877,"bill_number":"SB747","title":"Eliminating restriction to carry firearm on State Capitol Complex grounds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that it is legal to carry a deadly weapon, firearm, or pepper spray specifically on the sidewalks and streets that directly border and surround the State Capitol Complex grounds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-05","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB747/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=747&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2110274,"bill_number":"SB797","title":"Continuing of independent living and transitional support services for youth","description":"The purpose of this bill is to develop a continuum of services and supports for youth who are preparing to exit foster care or who have aged out of that care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB797/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=797&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110276,"bill_number":"SB794","title":"Relating to appeals of orders or decrees of adoption","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the Intermediate Court of Appeals does not have appellate jurisdiction over appeals of adoption orders or decrees.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB794/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=794&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110281,"bill_number":"SB805","title":"Relating to abortion pill reversal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add the abortion pill reversal as covered expense.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB805/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=805&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2110283,"bill_number":"HB5278","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services-Division of Human Services from the Unappropriated Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase items of appropriations in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5278/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5278&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110289,"bill_number":"HB5306","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services - Health Care Provider Tax-Medicaid State Share Fund from Special Revenue.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5306/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5306&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110292,"bill_number":"SB802","title":"Relating to school preparation days","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit a teacher from being required to use the school preparation days for any other purpose besides the preparation for the opening of school or for school closing; require noninstructional days to include two Leave Teachers Alone (LTA) days to be used as determined by classroom teachers for activities that will improve instruction; and require both of these days to be scheduled and occur before the beginning of the instructional term.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB802/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=802&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2110297,"bill_number":"HB5294","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services - Substace Abuse and Treatment from Federal Block Grants.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to decrease and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5294/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5294&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110299,"bill_number":"HB5316","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce - Division of Economic Development from the Unappropriated Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units (Commerce -- Economic Development) for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5316/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5316&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110305,"bill_number":"HB5288","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Agriculture-West Virginia Spay Neuter Assistance Fund from Special Revenue","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5288/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5288&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110309,"bill_number":"HB5315","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce - Division of Forestry from Federal Funds.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account (for the designated spending unit ( Federal -- Department of Commerce Forestry) for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5315/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5315&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110314,"bill_number":"SB821","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Administration, fund 2367","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB821/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=821&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110318,"bill_number":"SB792","title":"Eliminating requirement that Supreme Court of Appeals supply magistrates with copies of WV Code","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the statutory requirement that the Supreme Court of Appeals supply all magistrates with hard copies of the West Virginia Code.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB792/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=792&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110320,"bill_number":"SB793","title":"Relating to courthouse closures on certain days","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to courthouse closures on certain days.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB793/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=793&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110326,"bill_number":"HB5317","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce - Division of Natural Resources from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit (Commerce -- Division of Natural Resources) for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5317/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5317&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110327,"bill_number":"SB817","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0570","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB817/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=817&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110336,"bill_number":"SB819","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department Health Facilities, fund 0413","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB819/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=819&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110339,"bill_number":"SB795","title":"Permitting parents and guardians to pay for independent medical evaluation of child in protective custody","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a parent, guardian, or custodian to pay for an independent medical evaluation of a child in protective custody.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB795/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=795&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110343,"bill_number":"HB5290","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Health-Laboratory Services Fund from Special Revenue","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5290/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5290&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110345,"bill_number":"HB5279","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Education-Hope Scholarship Program from Excess Lottery Surplus","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5279/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5279&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110350,"bill_number":"HB5303","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Veterans’ Assistance - Veterans’ Facilities Support Fund from Special Revenue.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5303/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5303&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110355,"bill_number":"SB818","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Executive Civil Contingent Fund, fund 0105","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB818/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=818&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110359,"bill_number":"SB798","title":"Board of Medicine rule relating to continuing education for physicians and podiatric physicians","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Board of Medicine to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education for physicians and podiatric physicians.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB798/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=798&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110363,"bill_number":"SB799","title":"Requiring receipt of return of service or return receipt be filed with court","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify procedures for evictions proceedings.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB799/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=799&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110365,"bill_number":"SB789","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Agriculture, fund 1413","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB789/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=789&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110371,"bill_number":"HB5292","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security - Bureau for Juvenile Services from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5292/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5292&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110372,"bill_number":"HB5305","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services from Federal Funds.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5305/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5305&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110378,"bill_number":"HB5291","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Administration - Board of Risk and Insurance Management from Special Revenue.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5291/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5291&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110380,"bill_number":"SB787","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 0250","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB787/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=787&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110387,"bill_number":"HB5285","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services-Bureau for Social Services from the Unappropriated Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriations in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5285/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5285&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110393,"bill_number":"SB806","title":"Clarifying definition of “farm” or “farmland” for real property tax assessment purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of farm for property tax assessment purposes to prevent disqualification of certain acreage in which other business activities not farming are performed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB806/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=806&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2110395,"bill_number":"SB790","title":"Developing comprehensive energy development policy and plan for Office of Energy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to consolidate several disparate energy development entities under the Office of Energy and to empower the Office of Energy to develop a comprehensive energy development policy and plan, a comprehensive grid stabilization plan, and to test the stability of West Virginia's energy grid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB790/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=790&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110399,"bill_number":"HB5309","title":"Supplemental Appropriation Expiring Funds from Governor’s Office - Civil Contingent Fund and Appropriating to Governor’s Office - Civil Contingent Fund.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to expire funds to the surplus balance of General Revenue and to supplement and add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5309/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5309&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110402,"bill_number":"HB5300","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Agriculture from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5300/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5300&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110407,"bill_number":"SB804","title":"Removing physical education requirements for certain middle and high school athletes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that students participating in good standing in an extracurricular sport are not required to comply with the statutory middle school and high school physical education requirements.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB804/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=804&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2110409,"bill_number":"HB5314","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Health- The Vital Statistics Account from Special Revenue.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5314/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5314&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110417,"bill_number":"HB5301","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services- CHIP from the Unappropriated Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriations in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5301/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5301&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110420,"bill_number":"SB800","title":"Clarifying policy of state regarding jury service","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the procedures and selecting petit and grand juries in the state.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB800/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=800&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110425,"bill_number":"HB5287","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services-Child Support Enforcement Fund from Special Revenue","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to decrease and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5287/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5287&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110431,"bill_number":"SB803","title":"Requiring competency assessment upon return to public school","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require demonstration of competency of any nonpublic school, home school, microschool, learning pod, or individualized instruction plan student upon enrollment in a public school before the public school can transcribe grades onto a public school transcript.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB803/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=803&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2110432,"bill_number":"SB791","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0443","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB791/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=791&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110439,"bill_number":"HB5281","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce-Division of Forestry from the Unappropriated Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5281/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5281&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110441,"bill_number":"SB812","title":"Prohibiting any person to operate unmanned aerial vehicle over polling place on election day","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit any person from operating an unmanned aerial vehicle over a polling place or within the electioneering zone on election day.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB812/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=812&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2110451,"bill_number":"HB5311","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security - Office of the Secretary from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5311/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5311&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110454,"bill_number":"SB820","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Administration, fund 0186","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB820/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=820&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110458,"bill_number":"HB5304","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Section 8. Awards for Claims Against the State.","description":"The purpose of supplemental appropriation bill is to amend an item of appropriation in the aforesaid section and account for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5304/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5304&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110460,"bill_number":"SB814","title":"Supplemental appropriation to State Board of Education, fund 0313","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB814/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=814&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110465,"bill_number":"HB5307","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Tourism- Division of Culture and History from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5307/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5307&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110469,"bill_number":"HB5289","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Agriculture-Capitol Improvements Fund from Special Revenue","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5289/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5289&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110471,"bill_number":"HB5298","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Revenue- Alcohol Beverage Control Administration from Special Revenue.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5298/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5298&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110480,"bill_number":"SB785","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Health, fund 5163","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB785/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=785&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110481,"bill_number":"SR30","title":"Designating February 9, 2026, as WVSU Day","description":"Designating February 9, 2026, as WVSU Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR30/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=30&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2110487,"bill_number":"HB5295","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Bureau of Senior Services from the Unappropriated Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5295/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5295&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110489,"bill_number":"HB5310","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Education - Hope Scholarship Program from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5310/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5310&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110494,"bill_number":"SB786","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 5094","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to decrease and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB786/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=786&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110497,"bill_number":"HB5297","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Health Facilities - William R. Sharpe Hospital from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5297/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5297&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110502,"bill_number":"HB5308","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the State Board of Education - Hope Scholarship Program from Lottery Surplus.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5308/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5308&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110511,"bill_number":"SB809","title":"Rescheduling cannabis from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3","description":"The purpose of this bill is to move cannabis and its synthetic and natural derivatives from Schedule I to Schedule III.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB809/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=809&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2110513,"bill_number":"SB811","title":"Allowing individuals to change party voter registration during day of voting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow registered voters to change their party affiliation on the day of an election.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB811/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=811&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2110517,"bill_number":"HB5284","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services-Adoption, Foster Care, and Adult Services from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new items of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5284/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5284&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110521,"bill_number":"HB5293","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services - Community Mental Health Services from Federal Block Grants.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to decrease and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5293/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5293&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110526,"bill_number":"SB784","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 8793","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to decrease and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB784/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=784&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110527,"bill_number":"SB796","title":"Relating to distribution of West Virginia reports","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal W. Va. Code §51-8-5 providing for distribution of West Virginia reports.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB796/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=796&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2110533,"bill_number":"HB5276","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce-Division of Economic Development from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5276/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5276&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110546,"bill_number":"SB807","title":"Authorizing physician assistants to own business","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow physician assistants to own a practice, to allow the Board of Medicine to deny a license or other authorization to physician assistants who make unlawful referrals where that physician assistant has a proprietary interest, provide definitions, and to authorize physician assistants to form a medical corporation and designates physician assistant as a professional service eligible for establishing a professional limited liability company.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB807/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=807&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2110548,"bill_number":"SB788","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 0572","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB788/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=788&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110552,"bill_number":"HB5312","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security - Division of Emergency Management from the Unappropriated Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5312/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5312&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110554,"bill_number":"HB5286","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security-Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5286/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5286&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110560,"bill_number":"SB816","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0430","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB816/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=816&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110566,"bill_number":"HB5282","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Administration-Public Defender Services from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance","description":"purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add new items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5282/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5282&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110570,"bill_number":"SB810","title":"Relating to lung cancer prevention and education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish lung cancer prevention and education; define terms; establish a lung cancer and education program within the Department of Health; allow for grants to be issued to approved organizations; set forth grant criteria; set forth procedure and eligibility for grants; require annual reporting; establish a fund; set forth financial eligibility; set forth medical eligibility; set forth the reimbursement process; set forth a rate for the screening service; and require the Department of Health to administer an education campaign.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB810/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=810&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2110571,"bill_number":"HB5277","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Health Facilities-Welch Community Hospital, William R. Sharpe Jr. Hospital, and Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add new items of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5277/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5277&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110578,"bill_number":"HB5299","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security - Correctional Units from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 1st reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5299/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5299&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110584,"bill_number":"HB5313","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Administration - Office of the Secretary from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5313/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5313&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110585,"bill_number":"HB5302","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services- Foster Care from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5302/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5302&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110592,"bill_number":"HB5280","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce-Workforce West Virginia from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5280/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5280&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110596,"bill_number":"SB801","title":"Increasing each school district's basic foundation program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase each school district's basic foundation program by increasing the ratio of professional educators per 1,000 students and the ratio of service personnel per 1,000 students, both of which are a part of the calculation used to determine each school district's basic foundation program; and provide that for the 2026-2027 school year only, a school district cannot be penalized for failing to meet the minimum ratio of professional instructional personnel per state aid funded professional educators.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB801/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=801&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2110600,"bill_number":"HB5318","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce - State Parks and Recreation Endowment Fund from Special Revenue.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5318/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5318&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110603,"bill_number":"HB5283","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Adminstration-Travel Management from the Unappropriated Balance","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5283/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5283&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110608,"bill_number":"HB5296","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to the Governor’s Office - Civil Contingent Fund from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5296/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5296&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2110610,"bill_number":"SB815","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0450","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB815/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=815&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2110616,"bill_number":"SB822","title":"Revising gold card process to include hospitals or department hospitals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the definition of episode of care and the definition of prior authorization; to revise the requirements for the gold card process to include a hospital, or a department within a hospital; to extend the timeframe for which the gold care is effective; to allow the Office of the Insurance Commissioner to respond within 24 hours if a gold card provider believes he or she has been improperly denied; to implement a standard gold card process; to increase fines; and to establish a new effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB822/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=822&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2110910,"bill_number":"SB808","title":"Regulating consumable hemp products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to regulate consumable hemp products and to establish clear standards for the manufacture, distribution, sale, taxation, and enforcement of consumable hemp products in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB808/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=808&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2111188,"bill_number":"SB813","title":"Increasing civil penalties for failure to file required campaign finance reports","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage campaign finance reports to be filed in a timely fashion.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-06","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB813/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=813&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111596,"bill_number":"SB875","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 8703","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account (for the designated spending unit ( Federal -- Department of Commerce Forestry) for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB875/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=875&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111597,"bill_number":"HB5321","title":"To guarantee timely educational evaluations and continuity of services for children entering foster care.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to guarantee timely educational evaluations and continuity of services for children entering foster care or transition homes.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5321/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5321&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2111598,"bill_number":"HB5372","title":"Creating WV Constitutional Carry Act of 2025","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow those persons 18-20 years of age to be permitted to carry a deadly weapon as those persons 21 and over are currently permitted to do.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5372/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5372&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2111599,"bill_number":"SB827","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 0486","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriations in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB827/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=827&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111600,"bill_number":"SB880","title":"Recognizing Judea and Samaria","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Recognizing Judea and Samaria Act\" and to prohibit state agencies from using the term \"West Bank\" in official government materials.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB880/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=880&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2111601,"bill_number":"SB853","title":"Clarifying persons permitted to be present in polling place during election for non-voting activities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify individuals permitted to be present in a polling place during an election period while voting is taking place for normal non-voting activities that normally occur at the location.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB853/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=853&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111602,"bill_number":"HB5381","title":"Relating to developing a comprehensive energy development policy and plan for the Office of Energy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to consolidate several disparate energy development entities under the Office of Energy and to empower the Office of Energy to develop a comprehensive energy development policy and plan, a comprehensive grid stabilization plan, and to test the stability of West Virginia's energy grid.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5381/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5381&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2111604,"bill_number":"SB833","title":"Requiring Secretary of State notify respondent of election law complaint","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the Secretary of State shall notify a respondent of an election law complaint, and that the respondent shall provide a response within ten business days.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB833/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=833&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111605,"bill_number":"SB830","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 0488","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new items of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB830/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=830&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111607,"bill_number":"SB887","title":"Relating to requirements for licensure and regulation of money transmission services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to bring virtual currency kiosks within the purview of money transmission licensure and create disclosure requirements and daily transaction limitations for new and existing customers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB887/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=887&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Trenton Barnhart"},
{"bill_id":2111608,"bill_number":"SB857","title":"Limiting county's responsibility for jail costs after sentences of time served","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit county responsibility for certain jail costs if an inmate is sentenced to time served.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB857/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=857&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111609,"bill_number":"SB841","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to State Board of Education, fund 3951","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB841/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=841&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111610,"bill_number":"SR31","title":"Designating February 10, 2026, as Homeschool Day","description":"Designating February 10, 2026, as Homeschool Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR31/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=31&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2111612,"bill_number":"HB5354","title":"Relating to authorizing legislative rules regarding higher education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Higher Education Policy Commission to promulgate rules regarding administrative exemption and mental health loan program; and to repeal rules regarding purchasing efficiencies and research trust fund program; and to authorize the Council for Community and Technical College Education to promulgate a rule regarding the STAND program; and to repeal a rule regarding purchasing efficiencies.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5354/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5354&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2111613,"bill_number":"SB884","title":"Requiring coverage of treatment for certain pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders in certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require PEIA, Medicaid, and other health insurance providers to cover for treatment of pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections and pediatric acute onset neuropsychiatric syndrome if certain conditions are met.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB884/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=884&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2111614,"bill_number":"HB5323","title":"Relating to indexing of license and stamp fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the director of Natural Resources to propose legislative rules changing indexing of license and stamp fees.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5323/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5323&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dave Foggin"},
{"bill_id":2111615,"bill_number":"SB865","title":"Clarifying definition of \"electioneering\"","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of electioneering; describe certain prohibited electioneering information or activity; exempt from the definition of \"electioneering\" certain activity and materials; permit certain persons to enforce election laws and maintain law and order inside the prohibited zone; and permit certain persons to seek assistance from a law-enforcement officer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB865/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=865&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111616,"bill_number":"SB861","title":"Making WV State Police Forensic Laboratory responsible for certification and standards for DUI tests","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory the entity responsible for the certification, standards, and administration of secondary chemical tests. The bill also makes the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory responsible for approval of the devices and methods of preliminary breath analysis. The bill transfers rule-making authority from the Bureau of Public Health to the State Police.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB861/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=861&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111618,"bill_number":"SB882","title":"Establishing Blue Envelope Program to promote communication between law enforcement and community members","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend this code section by adding a new article, relating to the establishment of a \"Blue Envelope Program\" to promote inclusivity and enhanced communication between law enforcement and community members with a condition or disability where additional accommodations or awareness may be helpful; providing findings and declarations; providing how the program will be established; and, providing immunity for individuals providing information to the \"Blue Envelope Program\" in good faith.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB882/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=882&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111620,"bill_number":"HB5341","title":"To create a domestic violence registry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a Domestic Violence Registry.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5341/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5341&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2111622,"bill_number":"SB838","title":"Defining residence for purpose of registration and voting in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define residence for purposes of registration and voting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB838/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=838&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111623,"bill_number":"SB874","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 0403","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase items of appropriations in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB874/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=874&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111624,"bill_number":"SB846","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Tourism, fund 0293","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB846/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=846&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111625,"bill_number":"HB5330","title":"Allow expedited partner treatment for bacterial vaginitis","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for expanded expedited partner treatment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5330/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5330&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2111626,"bill_number":"HB5370","title":"Require a 24 -hour hospital hold for persons deemed addicted to specific substances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact \"Caitlyn's Law,\" which will require a mandatory 24-hour hold in a hospital or other qualified facility pending an evaluation from a mental hygiene commissioner for all individuals suspected or known to have an addiction or dependency on pending evaluation from a mental hygiene commissioner.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5370/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5370&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Bell"},
{"bill_id":2111628,"bill_number":"SB873","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 0256","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units (Commerce -- Economic Development) for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-11","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB873/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=873&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111629,"bill_number":"HB5335","title":"Relating to Animal Abuse","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit activities connected with sexual abuse of an animal; establish criminal penalties; provide for forfeiture of animals, payment of associated costs, and restrictions on owning animals upon conviction.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5335/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5335&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111630,"bill_number":"SB881","title":"Clarifying minimum hours of attendance necessary for child subsidies to be based on monthly enrollment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to set forth requirements for the reimbursement of child care and afterschool providers receiving child care subsidies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB881/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=881&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111631,"bill_number":"SB891","title":"Relating to oversight of political subdivision hiring of private attorneys","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the oversight by the Attorney General of a political subdivision's hiring of a private attorney under a contingency fee legal arrangement or contract to sue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB891/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=891&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2111633,"bill_number":"HB5358","title":"Authorizing the West Virginia Commissioner of Highways to offer locality pay to Division of Highways employees working in certain jurisdictions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide employees working for the Division of Highways with locality pay for working in certain jurisdictions designated by the commissioner as jurisdictions that are necessary for maintaining planning, engineering, construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and traffic regulation of state road projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5358/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5358&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Williams"},
{"bill_id":2111634,"bill_number":"HB5324","title":"Amending the procedures for determining liability for exposures to asbestos or silica.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the procedures for the handling of asbestos and silica litigation and to enhance the ability of the judicial system to manage such litigation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5324/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5324&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2111636,"bill_number":"HB5376","title":"Requiring auto accident toxicology test be performed","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require toxicology tests after a fatal vehicle crash.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5376/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5376&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2111638,"bill_number":"SB854","title":"Relating to powers of Secretary of State under Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Secretary of State administer oaths and affirmations, issue subpoenas, involve the aid of the circuit court in the execution of its subpoena power, and request legal and investigative assistance from the Attorney General, when investigating a charitable organization, professional fund-raising counsel or professional solicitor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB854/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=854&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111639,"bill_number":"SB877","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 0256","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-10","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB877/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=877&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111640,"bill_number":"HB5355","title":"If a person who is not certified is holding a teaching position in a WV public school - that position has to come up for bid every year until it is held by a certified person.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a teaching position held by a person not certified to teach that position may be considered vacant and open for bid every year until filled by a person certified to teach that position.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5355/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5355&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2111644,"bill_number":"HB5361","title":"Relating to federal law enforcement in specific locations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restrict certain immigration enforcement actions in specific locations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5361/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5361&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111645,"bill_number":"HB5325","title":"Creating an emeritus license status for retired physicians, podiatric physicians and physician assistants who meet eligibility criteria.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an emeritus physician license for professionals regulated by the West Virginia Board of Medicine.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5325/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5325&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2111648,"bill_number":"HB5357","title":"Tree removal at state expense","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for removal or cutting of trees on state owned or leased property or rights-of-way threatening structures on private property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5357/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5357&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2111649,"bill_number":"HB5336","title":"Relating to coercive control in domestic violence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the definition of domestic violence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5336/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5336&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111650,"bill_number":"HB5383","title":"To require real estate agents to disclose water and sewer utility rates, if applicable, at the point of sale","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require real estate licensees to disclose water and sewer utility rates to buyers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5383/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5383&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2111651,"bill_number":"HB5345","title":"To require child care subsidy payments in West Virginia to be based on enrollment rather than daily attendance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require child-care subsidies to be based on monthly enrollment rather than daily attendance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5345/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5345&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2111652,"bill_number":"SB850","title":"Creating Second Amendment Preservation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Second Amendment Preservation Act. The bill states a short title; provides legislative findings; prohibits regulation of intrastate firearm sales and transfers; provides for civil and criminal penalties; authorizes Attorney General to defend and prosecute; and addresses sovereign immunity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB850/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=850&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2111653,"bill_number":"HB5332","title":"Agricultural Right to Repair Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Agricultural Right to Repair Act. The bill promotes farmer repair choice and competition by requiring manufacturers of agriculture equipment to make available to owners and independent repair providers, on fair and reasonable terms, the documentation, parts, and tools used to diagnose, maintain, and repair such equipment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5332/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5332&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111656,"bill_number":"SB852","title":"Increasing fees for execution of service of process by certified mail","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for an increase in service of process fees and fees in shipping and handling expenses for execution of service of process by certified mail upon any defendant and to provide for certain exemptions for foreign veteran-owned businesses.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB852/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=852&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111657,"bill_number":"HB5322","title":"Relating to Animal Abuse","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit activities connected with sexual abuse of an animal; establish criminal penalties; provide for forfeiture of animals, payment of associated costs, and restrictions on owning animals upon conviction.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5322/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5322&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dave Foggin"},
{"bill_id":2111658,"bill_number":"SB831","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 8794","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to decrease and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB831/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=831&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111659,"bill_number":"HB5373","title":"To modify the process of holding charitable raffles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize two or more charitable or public service organizations to hold a joint raffle occasion.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5373/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5373&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2111661,"bill_number":"SB868","title":"Supplemental Appropriation for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026","description":"The purpose of supplemental appropriation bill is to amend an item of appropriation in the aforesaid section and account for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB868/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=868&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111662,"bill_number":"SB837","title":"Relating to filing of fraudulent financing statement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update acts constituting the filing of a fraudulent financing statement; filing of an affidavit and notice to secured parties; investigative powers of the Secretary of State; removing outdated provisions of code.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB837/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=837&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111664,"bill_number":"HB5342","title":"Relating to the cancellation of contract by purchaser","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify how resales of real property units can be cancelled by purchasers in the event that a resale certificate is not provided, providing steps to be taken by a seller in the event that a resale certificate is unavailable, and providing a time period for cancellation when none is specified in the sales contract.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5342/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5342&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Lucas"},
{"bill_id":2111665,"bill_number":"SB828","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 5090","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB828/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=828&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111666,"bill_number":"HB5368","title":"Establish a registry for domestic violence offenders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a Domestic Violence Registry for offenders with at least two qualifying convictions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5368/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5368&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2111667,"bill_number":"SB834","title":"Prohibiting refunds of candidate filing fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a candidate's filing fee is not generally refundable, even if the candidate withdraws from the race or does not make it onto the ballot.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB834/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=834&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111670,"bill_number":"SB823","title":"Supplementary appropriation to Department of Revenue, fund 7352","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB823/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=823&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111671,"bill_number":"HB5365","title":"Relating to the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers providing services to the Public Employees Insurance Agency.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the authority of PEIA.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5365/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5365&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2111674,"bill_number":"HB5333","title":"To allow patients to refuse residents and medical students from observing or performing medical care on patients","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for patients to refuse to have their procedures observed by residents of the hospital or medical students.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5333/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5333&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111675,"bill_number":"SB829","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Administration, fund 0615","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-11","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB829/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=829&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111676,"bill_number":"SB859","title":"Removing responsibility to hear appeals of certification decisions from deputy cabinet secretary","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the responsibility to hear appeals of certification decisions by the subcommittee from the Deputy Cabinet Secretary or his or her designee to the Office of Administrative Hearings and clarify that the Office of Administrative Hearings is to hear appeals from decisions or orders of any of the subcommittees of the Governor's Committee on Crime, Delinquency and Correction. to the Office of Administrative Hearings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB859/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=859&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111677,"bill_number":"SB892","title":"Modifying allowable forms of medical cannabis to include edible form","description":"The purpose of this bill is to improve patient safety in the medical cannabis program by authorizing permitted, regulated medical cannabis processors to manufacture medical cannabis in edible form for dispensing to certified patients in the state; to specify certain requirements applicable to medical cannabis dispensed in edible form; and to require information relating to the dispensing of medical cannabis be input into the controlled substance monitoring database.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB892/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=892&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2111678,"bill_number":"HB5326","title":"Raise cost of living threshold for retired municipal police officers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise the cost-of-living increase from the first $15,000 to the first $30,000 for supplemental pension benefits for certain municipal employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5326/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5326&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dave Foggin"},
{"bill_id":2111679,"bill_number":"HB5337","title":"Relating to protection of personal information","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that protection of personal information applies to members of the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5337/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5337&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111682,"bill_number":"SB867","title":"Strengthening definition of shelter for animals exposed to extreme weather","description":"This bill shall be known as the West Virginia Safe Outdoor Dogs Act. The purpose of this bill is to provide added protection for animals exposed to extreme weather.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB867/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=867&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2111683,"bill_number":"HB5343","title":"Establish a medical Adult day care pilot program in Fayette County.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a medically supervised, community based option for older adults and adults with disabilities who require daytime medical oversight and support but do not meet criteria for institutional placement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5343/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5343&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2111684,"bill_number":"HB5360","title":"Providing a cost-of-living provision for certain persons retired under the Public Employees Retirement System and the Teachers Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a cost-of-living increase, based on the annual increase in the consumer price index, for persons under the Public Employees Retirement Act and Teachers Retirement System who are at least 60 years of age and that have received retirement payments for at least five years.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5360/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5360&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Williams"},
{"bill_id":2111685,"bill_number":"SB883","title":"Relating to standard of proof required for final parole or probation revocation hearing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the standard of proof required for a final parole or probation revocation hearing is proof by a preponderance of the evidence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB883/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=883&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111687,"bill_number":"HB5367","title":"Refugee Absorptive Capacity Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the Refugee Absorptive Capacity Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5367/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5367&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2111688,"bill_number":"SB849","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Agriculture, fund 0131","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB849/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=849&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111690,"bill_number":"HB5382","title":"Relating to the Neighborhood Investment Program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the Neighborhood Investment Program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5382/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5382&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2111691,"bill_number":"SB843","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Health, fund 5144","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB843/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=843&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111699,"bill_number":"HB5344","title":"Relating to the definition of firearm","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of an antique firearm.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5344/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5344&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2111700,"bill_number":"SB842","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Agriculture, fund 1481","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB842/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=842&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111701,"bill_number":"SB888","title":"Creating Judicial Deference Reform Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Judicial Deference Reform Act. The bill states a purpose; sets forth definitions; prohibits judicial deference to state agency interpretations; addresses interpretive ambiguity; specifies applicability of the Act; provides for severability; and provides an effective date.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB888/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=888&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2111702,"bill_number":"SB844","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 8722","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB844/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=844&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111705,"bill_number":"SB866","title":"Eliminating capital gains tax on gold, silver, and cryptocurrency","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt capital gains tax on gold, silver, and cryptocurrency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB866/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=866&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2111706,"bill_number":"HB5369","title":"West Virginia Rural School Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Rural School Protection Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5369/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5369&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2111707,"bill_number":"HB5352","title":"Prohibit the WV National Guard to be sent into combat OVERSEAS without a congressional Declaration of War.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the deployment of the National Guard by the Governor to another country for combat without a Congressional declaration of war.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5352/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5352&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2111708,"bill_number":"HB5339","title":"Prevent public school districts or supervisors from taking adverse action against public school employees for expressing opinions on social media or in public.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit retaliation toward school employees for opinions expressed on social media.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5339/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5339&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2111709,"bill_number":"SB835","title":"Requiring candidates file campaign financial statements with county clerk","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase transparency into county and municipal campaign finance activities by requiring all campaign finance reports for all elected offices in the state to be published online within 48 hours of the deadline, and to require municipal candidates file their campaign finance reports with the County Clerk of the County in which they are running.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB835/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=835&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111710,"bill_number":"SB836","title":"Requiring contact information for chair of political committee","description":"The purpose of this bill is add contact information of the committee chair and require and acknowledgment in the statement of organization that the committee must adhere to the reporting requirements set forth in the campaign finance laws of West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB836/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=836&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111712,"bill_number":"SB871","title":"Supplemental appropriation to State Board of Education, fund 3517","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB871/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=871&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111713,"bill_number":"HB5366","title":"Relating to rules governing the practice of law","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the confidentiality of certain material in possession of the Supreme Court of Appeals.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5366/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5366&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2111714,"bill_number":"SB851","title":"Providing for filing fee for write-in candidates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a filing fee for a write-in candidate.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB851/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=851&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111715,"bill_number":"HB5327","title":"West Virginia ALS Care Services Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the ALS Care Services Act.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5327/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5327&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111717,"bill_number":"HB5371","title":"Relating to allowing the carry of firearms on Capitol grounds and in buildings, with exceptions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for the carry of a firearm or deadly weapon on the Capitol grounds and surrounding streets and sidewalks that border the capitol complex and the carrying of a firearm in the Capitol Building with certain exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5371/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5371&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dean Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2111718,"bill_number":"SB876","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Health Facilities, fund 0412","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add new items of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB876/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=876&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111722,"bill_number":"HB5364","title":"Reforming Boards and Commissions","description":"The purpose of this bill is reform of state board and commissions system by eliminating unnecessary, expired, or outdated board, shifting essential functions of several boards or commissions to various agencies or entities, reducing the number of members on several continuing boards and commissions, modifying or eliminating several reports of various boards or commissions, and technical cleanup throughout.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5364/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5364&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2111724,"bill_number":"SB848","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0450","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB848/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=848&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111725,"bill_number":"HB5375","title":"Truancy Reform Act","description":"This bill creates a Truancy Pretrial Diversion Program that allows parents, guardians, and custodians of truant children an opportunity to remedy the truancy prior to conviction, allows for additional delays in sentencing to address the underlying truancy, and requires the Department of Human Services to provide home-based family preservation services when ordered by a magistrate or circuit court judge.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5375/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5375&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2111726,"bill_number":"HB5320","title":"Welcome Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to address the housing shortage and encourage residential development by allowing a subdivision to retain its original tax classification until individual lots are sold.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5320/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5320&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2111727,"bill_number":"HB5377","title":"Burial Equity Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create burial equity in the state cemetery for veterans for former members of the National Guard and military reserves. The bill prescribes eligibility criteria; states its retroactive application; establishes a Burial Equity Grant Program to be administered by Veterans Affairs; and creates a Burial Equity Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5377/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5377&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2111728,"bill_number":"HB5385","title":"To repeal laws relating to adverse possession","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal sections of code relating to adverse possession laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5385/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5385&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2111730,"bill_number":"SB872","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 0265","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit (Commerce -- Division of Natural Resources) for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB872/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=872&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111731,"bill_number":"SB869","title":"Creating WV Housing Stability Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Housing Stability Fund. The bill authorizes the fund, to be administered by the Secretary of Human Services, for purposes of distributing grant funding to child welfare agencies, housing authorities, and qualifying nonprofit organizations. The bill provides for grant funding to be used to provide housing assistance vouchers and utility bill assistance payments to qualifying recipients.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB869/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=869&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2111733,"bill_number":"HB5380","title":"Removing the one-time limit on the expungement of certain criminal convictions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the one-time limit on the expungement of certain criminal convictions. The bill also removes burglary and conspiracy to commit burglary from the specific crimes for which eligibility for expungement is limited.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5380/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5380&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2111734,"bill_number":"SB824","title":"Supplementary appropriation to Department of Veterans' Assistance, fund 6703","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB824/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=824&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111736,"bill_number":"SB889","title":"Requiring recreational facilities have AED accessible","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Hamza Syed Law\" which requires recreational facilities to have an automated external defibrillator accessible during its hours of operation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB889/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=889&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2111737,"bill_number":"SB862","title":"Repealing Addiction Treatment Pilot Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the Addiction Treatment Pilot Program as the pilot program no longer exists.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-09","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/9/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB862/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=862&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111740,"bill_number":"HB5374","title":"Prohibiting or at least limiting unsolicited phone calls pushing benefits under medicare, auto insurance, or soliciting donations for various causes or benefits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit unsolicited robocalls for sales and charity donations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5374/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5374&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2111741,"bill_number":"HB5319","title":"Camping ban on certain public property.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish misdemeanor crimes for camping in or storing personal property, including camp facilities and camp paraphernalia upon governmental or public property. It also provides definitions and criminal penalties, with exceptions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"On 2nd reading, rereferred to Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5319/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5319&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2111742,"bill_number":"SB840","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 0403","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriations in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB840/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=840&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111743,"bill_number":"SB860","title":"Relating to payment of funeral expenses for first responders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the language in the statute to make it consistent with W.Va. Code §5H-1-2(b) for survivor's benefit payment for first responders for purposes of payment for funeral expenses of law enforcement, safety, and emergency workers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB860/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=860&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111744,"bill_number":"HB5351","title":"Relating to modernization of fees generated from emergency communication service users","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modernize fees generated from emergency communication service users.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5351/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5351&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2111745,"bill_number":"HB5350","title":"Exempting from sales and use tax materials and appliances used in the manufacture of certain manufactured homes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt from sales and use tax materials and appliances used in the manufacture of certain manufactured homes designed for permanent affixation to a permanent foundation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5350/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5350&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2111747,"bill_number":"HB5379","title":"To require payment by insurers directly to the out-of-network emergency medical services agency and the prompt payment of clean claims.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require payment by insurers directly to out-of-network emergency medical services agencies and promptly pay clean claims.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5379/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5379&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hite"},
{"bill_id":2111751,"bill_number":"HB5353","title":"To bring virtual currency kiosks within the purview of money transmission licensure and create disclosure requirements and daily transaction limitations for new and existing customers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to bring virtual currency kiosks within the purview of money transmission licensure and create disclosure requirements and daily transaction limitations for new and existing customers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5353/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5353&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2111753,"bill_number":"HB5334","title":"Relating to lease termination and tenant privacy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a tenant's right to contact emergency services, leave a lease due to violence or threats of violence, and to ensure tenant privacy from landlords.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5334/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5334&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2111754,"bill_number":"SB885","title":"Allowing Tier II teachers to bank unused sick time toward retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow Tier II members of the Teachers Retirement System to apply accrued annual and sick leave, on the basis of one day's retirement service credit for each two days of accrued annual and sick leave, toward an increase in his or her retirement benefits with those days constituting additional credited service in computation of the benefits under the Teachers Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB885/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=885&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Trenton Barnhart"},
{"bill_id":2111755,"bill_number":"SB839","title":"Creating personal income tax credit for election officials in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a $100 tax credit per election for service by an election official to West Virginia Personal income tax liabilities. The tax credit shall not exceed $200 for any taxable year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB839/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=839&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111756,"bill_number":"SB858","title":"Relating to WV Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management background checks on radio programmers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise the statute to authorize the West Virginia Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (\"WVDHSEM\") to run background checks on persons applying to be a Statewide Interoperable Radio Network (\"SIRN\") Radio Programmer and on persons seeking approval to work in SIRN network facilities and to explain the requirements of submitting to the background checks.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB858/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=858&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111759,"bill_number":"HB5356","title":"Modify Funding to Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify funding for the Mountaineer Challenge Academy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5356/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5356&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2111760,"bill_number":"HB5363","title":"Authorizing counties to establish a county daycare","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for the creation of a county daycare by any county commission, allowing a petition process to cause an election relating to the establishment of a county daycare; requiring a county commission, when petitioned by voters or by its own directive, develop a plan for the daycare and propose a fee, tax, or levy to pay for it; allowing counties to establish a county daycare authority to manage the operation; and granting a county daycare general authority to do what is necessary to establish and manage a daycare.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5363/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5363&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2111761,"bill_number":"SB863","title":"Increasing fees to be paid by parolees based on his or her ability to pay","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the amount of fees to be paid by parolees based on his or her ability to pay, not to exceed $50 per month to defray the costs of supervision, which would be an increase from not to exceed $40 to not to exceed $50.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB863/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=863&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111762,"bill_number":"HB5349","title":"Requiring the Public Employees Agency and other health insurance providers to provide mental health parity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Public Employees Insurance Agency and other health insurance providers provide mental health parity between behavioral health, mental health, substance use disorders, and medical and surgical procedures.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5349/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5349&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2111763,"bill_number":"HB5384","title":"To authorize the HEPC to be able to adjust the required composite testing score for ACT and SAT in regard to PROMISE scholarship year to year in order to maximize the number of awards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the Higher Education Policy Commission (\"HEPC\") to adjust the qualifications for the PROMISE scholarship in order to maximize the number of students who may be eligible for the award.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5384/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5384&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2111764,"bill_number":"SB890","title":"Changing certain school calendar requirements from days or months to hours","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change the minimum public school 180 instructional day requirement into a minimum 900 instructional hour requirement; change the minimum public school employment term from 200 days to 1,600 hours; convert other public school calendar provisions from days or months to hours; increase the time to be designated by the county board to be used by the employees for preparation for opening school; and allow nonpublic schools to deliver instruction through alternative methods that count toward up to 25 hours of instructional time when schools are closed due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstance.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB890/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=890&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rollan Roberts"},
{"bill_id":2111766,"bill_number":"HB5359","title":"To provide a funding stream from property taxes collected as a result of new high voltage electric transmission projects being constructed to lower electric rates to benefit West Virginians","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a funding stream from property taxes collected as a result of new high voltage electric transmission projects being constructed to lower electric rates to benefit West Virginians.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5359/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5359&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2111767,"bill_number":"SB879","title":"Eliminating Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the Herbert Henderson Office on Minority Affairs, to remove the placement of the director of the Herbert Henderson Office on Minority Affairs from the West Virginia Semiquincentennial Commission and the West Virginia Hope Scholarship Board, to direct the department of administration to designate Building 3 of the State Capitol Complex in memory of Herbert H. Henderson, to terminate the Minority Affairs Fund, and to transfer its remaining funds to the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Investment Fund administered under §5B-2-16 of this Code.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB879/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=879&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2111769,"bill_number":"HB5331","title":"To provide special consideration for municipalities to be allowed to join NPFRS for their paid firefighters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to give special consideration for municipalities to join the Municipal Police Officers & Firefighters Retirement System (MPFRS) for their paid firefighters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5331/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5331&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sarah Drennan"},
{"bill_id":2111770,"bill_number":"SB864","title":"Providing for amount Secretary of State may charge for bad check fee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Secretary of State to charge a fee of up to $5 plus any amount passed on by a financial institution for any returned or dishonored check, money order, or draft. This fee covers the administrative costs for handling the returned item. The bill allows the Secretary of State discretion to waive late fees under certain circumstances. The bill provides that the Secretary of State shall design and provide a veteran-owned logotype.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB864/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=864&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111771,"bill_number":"HB5362","title":"Relating to Hope Scholarships awards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to help to preserve funding for public schools and insure fairness in the use of Hope Scholarship funds; allowing Hope tuition reimbursements only to instate schools; establishing a family income eligibility schedule for Hope scholarships; requiring Hope recipients reimburse public schools the costs of providing individualized instruction programs; requiring Hope participants to utilize college exam and testing preparation course available in public school schools; requiring the state Board of Education to provide rules for implementation of cost and payment reimbursements for public school costs for services provided to Hope recipients; and to provide directives to assure county schools are reimbursed for services provided to Hope scholarship recipients.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5362/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5362&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2111772,"bill_number":"SB878","title":"Creating Office of Entrepreneurship within Office of Secretary of State","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the office of entrepreneurship, provide for legislative oversight, authorize rulemaking authority, create an associated fund, and to provide an appropriation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB878/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=878&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bennett Queen"},
{"bill_id":2111775,"bill_number":"HB5329","title":"Expand the usage of impact fees for county development","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of an operational sinking fund for impact fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5329/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5329&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2111776,"bill_number":"SB870","title":"Providing $10,000 pay raise to teachers across five years","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide teachers a $10,000 pay raise across five years, with a $2,000 raise to be provided in each school year beginning with the 2026-2027 school year and ending with the 2030-2031 school year, and to provide service personnel with a 25% raise across five years, with a five percent raise to be provided in each school year beginning with the 2026-2027 school year and ending with the 2030-2031 school year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB870/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=870&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2111777,"bill_number":"HB5378","title":"Modifying the requirements for compulsory childhood immunizations to provide for exemptions based on religious and philosophical objections","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the requirements for compulsory childhood immunizations to provide for exemptions based on religious and philosophical objections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5378/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5378&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2111778,"bill_number":"SB847","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 0489","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB847/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=847&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111779,"bill_number":"HB5338","title":"Health Freedom for Teachers and Students Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Health Freedom for Teachers and Students Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5338/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5338&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2111781,"bill_number":"HB5346","title":"Creating the school aid formula study commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a School Aid Formula Study Commission to make recommendations to the Legislature regarding what can be done to modernize the current school funding system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5346/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5346&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2111783,"bill_number":"HB5328","title":"Relating to regulatory classification of bars, taverns, and restaurants.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the regulatory classification of bars, taverns, and restaurants; commercial wastewater standards; and septic system oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5328/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5328&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2111785,"bill_number":"HB5347","title":"Relating to eligibility requirements for allocation from the Fire Protection Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add a requirement that volunteer or part volunteer fire companies or departments must be members in good standing with the West Virginia State Firemen's Association to be eligible for revenues from the Fire Protection Fund, to objectively define \"good standing\", and to specify compliance with applicable federal and state laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5347/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5347&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2111786,"bill_number":"SB845","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Governor's Office Civil Contingent Fund, fund 0105","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to expire funds to the surplus balance of General Revenue and to supplement and add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB845/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=845&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111787,"bill_number":"SB826","title":"Supplementary appropriation to Division of Natural Resources, fund 3211","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to supplement, amend, and increase existing items of appropriation in the aforesaid accounts for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB826/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=826&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111788,"bill_number":"SB856","title":"Extending State Fire Marshal inspections to include municipalities with certified fire code","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend State Fire Marshal inspections, generally, to include municipalities with certified fire code officials, certified fire code inspectors and certified fire code plans examiners to perform duties in occupancies under the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal; to clarify the difference between certified and uncertified fire officials, fire inspectors, and fire plans examiners; to explain how training and examination for Fire Code Disciplines and Categories are completed; and to delineate the approved categories of examinations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB856/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=856&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111789,"bill_number":"SB886","title":"Permitting prescribed fire control on private property without burning permit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow prescribed fire control on private property without a burning permit.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB886/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=886&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2111791,"bill_number":"HB5340","title":"Establishing a new classification for managed timberland leased for substantial income","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a new classification for managed timberland leased for carbon credit income.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5340/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5340&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Stanley Adkins"},
{"bill_id":2111792,"bill_number":"SB855","title":"Providing circumstances that qualified voter is authorized to vote absentee ballot by mail","description":"Providing circumstances that qualified voter is authorized to vote absentee ballot by mail","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB855/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=855&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2111793,"bill_number":"SB832","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to Bureau of Senior Services, fund 0420","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-03-11","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB832/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=832&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2111794,"bill_number":"HB5348","title":"Relating to pedestrians standing in or near the right of way","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit pedestrians from standing in roadways or right of ways.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-09","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5348/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5348&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2111795,"bill_number":"SB825","title":"Supplementary appropriation to Department of Administration, fund 0226","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to add new items of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB825/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=825&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2112796,"bill_number":"HB5428","title":"Relating to providing traumatic event counseling for peace officers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a program to provide traumatic event counseling for peace officers, firefighters and 911 dispatchers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5428/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5428&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2112798,"bill_number":"HB5417","title":"Relating to authorizing the use of professional fireworks displays on public school property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county boards of education to permit fireworks displays on school property when conducted by licensed professional pyrotechnicians under the regulation of the State Fire Marshal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5417/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5417&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jarred Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2112802,"bill_number":"SB905","title":"Requiring election officials to capture and publish ballot images","description":"The purpose of this bill is to preserve ballot images and cast vote records on the Secretary of State website which will allow a near 100% verification of cast vote tabulation by citizens and election officials and provide voters with the ability to anonymously identify and verify their ballot cast in a statewide election in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB905/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=905&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2112806,"bill_number":"HB5394","title":"Recall of county commission or county board of education positions","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to providing for the process of a recall election for elected officials, county commissioners or county board of education officials.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5394/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5394&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2112810,"bill_number":"HB5398","title":"Relating to dates and deposits for Oil and Gas Well Plugging","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for the receipt of the oil and gas severance tax into the Oil and Gas Abandoned Well Plugging Fund if there is not more than $6 million in unencumbered funds by September 30 of each year.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5398/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5398&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"William Anderson"},
{"bill_id":2112814,"bill_number":"HB5407","title":"The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the participation of mental health providers in juvenile abuse and neglect cases.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the participation of medical, dental, and mental health providers in juvenile abuse and neglect cases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5407/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5407&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2112820,"bill_number":"SB894","title":"Reforming certain boards and commissions","description":"The purpose of this bill is reform of state board and commissions system by eliminating unnecessary, expired, or outdated board, shifting essential functions of several boards or commissions to various agencies or entities, reducing the number of members on several continuing boards and commissions, modifying or eliminating several reports of various boards or commissions, and technical cleanup throughout.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB894/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=894&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2112824,"bill_number":"HB5404","title":"Creating an Office of Entrepreneurship","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Office of Entrepreneurship within the Secretary of State's Office.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5404/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5404&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2112828,"bill_number":"HB5420","title":"Require the teaching of classical informal logic in public middle schools and implmenting rquirements for teachers to teach logic courses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Logic for Living curriculum in public schools for grades seven through ten, with phased implementation and involvement of the Washington Center for Civics, Culture, and Statesmanship at West Virginia University.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5420/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5420&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2112830,"bill_number":"SB893","title":"Providing tax credits for expenditures and activities related to biochar manufacturing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage private investment in biochar manufacturing facilities located in this state by leveraging existing federal tax incentives through a limited, performance-based state income tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB893/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=893&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2112835,"bill_number":"HB5397","title":"Remove sales tax from firearm suppressors.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt sales of firearm suppressors from consumer sales and service tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5397/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5397&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dave Foggin"},
{"bill_id":2112841,"bill_number":"SB902","title":"Removing barriers to voting for disabled voters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove voting barriers for disabled voters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB902/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=902&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2112846,"bill_number":"SB904","title":"Modernizing and updating workers’ compensation statutes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise outdated provisions within Articles 4 and 5, Chapter 23 of the West Virginia Code, which pertain to the administration of workers' compensation claims. Much of the revised language is antiquated and predates the 2005/2006 regulatory transition from a state-operated monopolistic system for workers' compensation to a competitive, private market system. The bill also repeals obsolete code sections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB904/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=904&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2112851,"bill_number":"HCR18","title":"Identifying that the People’s Republic of China is conducting an illegal asymmetric war against the U.S. and West Virginia","description":"Identifying that the People’s Republic of China is conducting an illegal asymmetric war against the U.S. and West Virginia","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR18/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=18&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2112856,"bill_number":"HB5396","title":"Allow the use of credit cards for raffles.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the use of credit cards for charitable raffles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5396/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5396&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2112860,"bill_number":"HB5403","title":"Relating to fire safety requirements for agritourism businesses.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide reasonable minimum safety standards for fully enclosed buildings participating in the state's agritourism program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5403/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5403&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2112865,"bill_number":"SB907","title":"Relating to pharmacy benefit managers and state pharmacy purchasing","description":"The purpose of this bill is to is to regulate pharmacy benefit managers and state pharmacy purchasing by requiring an annual pharmacy dispensing fee study, limiting amounts charged by pharmacy benefit managers, prohibiting certain pharmacy benefit manager contracts with West Virginia Medicaid and the West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency, and requiring implementation of a pharmacy cost containment tool.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB907/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=907&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2112869,"bill_number":"HB5416","title":"relating to authority and notice requirements for religious organizations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure continuity of title, protection of third parties, and orderly transition from trustee-based governance to corporate governance for churches and religious organizations.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5416/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5416&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"George Miller"},
{"bill_id":2112873,"bill_number":"SB903","title":"Increasing number of days before nursing homes must report abandoned property to administrator","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the procedures on filing a claim and distribution for unclaimed property.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB903/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=903&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2112877,"bill_number":"HB5426","title":"To add the Bradford Peat Pear (Pyrus calleryana) to the noxious weeds list","description":"The purpose of this bill is to designate the Bradford Peat Pear (Pyrus calleryana) to be a noxious weed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5426/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5426&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2112883,"bill_number":"SB901","title":"Creating truancy pre-trial diversion program","description":"This bill creates a Truancy Pretrial Diversion Program that allows parents, guardians, and custodians of truant children an opportunity to remedy the truancy prior to conviction, allows for additional delays in sentencing to address the underlying truancy, and requires the Department of Human Services to provide home-based family preservation services when ordered by a magistrate or circuit court judge.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB901/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=901&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2112889,"bill_number":"SB897","title":"Relating to licensure and certification of alcohol and drug counselors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the licensure or certification of alcohol and drug counselors.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB897/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=897&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2112893,"bill_number":"HB5425","title":"Relating to acquisitions of properties by land reuse agencies and urban renewal authorities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the reporting process used by land reuse agencies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5425/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5425&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2112900,"bill_number":"HB5408","title":"Relating to personal information disclosure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the information given by government agencies for the purpose of enforcing federal immigration laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5408/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5408&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2112905,"bill_number":"HR13","title":"Proposing approval of United States H.R. 5966, Ohio River Restoration Program Act.","description":"Proposing approval of United States H.R. 5966, Ohio River Restoration Program Act.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR13/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=13&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2112907,"bill_number":"SB908","title":"Relating to flexibility in setting lottery director's salary","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide flexibility in setting the Lottery Director's annual salary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB908/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=908&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bennett Queen"},
{"bill_id":2112912,"bill_number":"HB5389","title":"Veterans Housing Redevelopment Tax Credit Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to incentivize the redevelopment of existing structures into permanent or transitional housing for homeless veterans through a transferable tax credit, without creating a new entitlement or ongoing state operating obligation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5389/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5389&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2112917,"bill_number":"SB896","title":"Establishing when sale of tax liens may be suspended by sheriffs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish when a sale may be suspended by the sheriff and provide a tax exemption to certain purchasers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB896/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=896&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2112923,"bill_number":"HB5392","title":"Public Adjuster Professional Standards Reform Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"West Virginia Public Adjuster Professional Standards Reform Act.\" The bill providing a title. The bill creates the application for licensure. The bill details the public adjuster and insured contract requirements. The bill creates an insured's rights. The bill provides requirements for funds received or held by a public adjuster. The bill creates fees and commissions for a public adjuster. The bill provides for penalties. The bill creates rules. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5392/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5392&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2112929,"bill_number":"SB895","title":"Removing time limits for filing or modifying claims for massive fibrosis","description":"The purpose of this bill is to recognize progressive massive fibrosis claims as more severe than simple occupational pneumoconiosis in the workers' compensation code.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB895/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=895&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2112933,"bill_number":"SB898","title":"Relating to valuation of farm property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to assess certain agricultural buildings on qualified farmland at salvage value beginning January 1, 2027, and, beginning January 1, 2029, remove such buildings from ad valorem real property tax assessment altogether.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB898/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=898&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2112938,"bill_number":"HB5414","title":"New Oil and Gas Well Plugging Assurance Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prevent new horizontally drilled oil and gas wells that in the future have ceased production with no bona fide future use from remaining unplugged after they have not produced for a continuous period of 12 months and prevent them from becoming orphaned on a surface owner's land with no responsible driller or operator with the resources to plug the well. The bill requires new wells to either post an individual single-well, full-cost plugging bond, or in the alternative to start at the beginning of production to set aside money in an earnings bearing escrow account in a bank to pay itself to plug the well at the end of the well's life. The escrow provisions are based on West Virginia Coalbed Methane Review Board CBM pooling orders and their master escrow agreement attachments. It does not make any changes in bonding requirements for wells that have already been drilled or permitted.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5414/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5414&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2112942,"bill_number":"HB5418","title":"Relating to dog racing requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5418/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5418&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jarred Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2112946,"bill_number":"HB5391","title":"Amending the Emergency Medical Services Retirement System.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the EMS Retirement Equity, Tax Relief, and Workforce Support Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5391/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5391&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2112954,"bill_number":"HCR17","title":"Relating to increasing the safety of the New River Gorge Bridge","description":"Relating to increasing the safety of the New River Gorge Bridge","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR17/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=17&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2112958,"bill_number":"HB5390","title":"Establishing fiscal notes submitted to the Legislature constitute sworn testimony","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish that fiscal notes submitted to the Legislature constitute sworn testimony, imposing criminal penalties for knowingly false or materially misleading fiscal notes, requiring referral for prosecution, and creating a safe harbor for those fiscal notes submitted and made in good faith.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Legal Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5390/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5390&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2112963,"bill_number":"HB5401","title":"Relating to voting in West Virginia elections while residing overseas","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to voting in West Virginia elections while residing overseas.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5401/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5401&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2112967,"bill_number":"SR33","title":"Designating February 11, 2026, as WV Arts Day","description":"Designating February 11, 2026, as WV Arts Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR33/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=33&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2112972,"bill_number":"SB906","title":"Permitting lawful prescription of crystalline polymorph psilocybin under FDA recommendations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit lawful prescription, distribution, and marketing of any composition of crystalline polymorph psilocybin that the United States Food and Drug Administration approves and that is rescheduled by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration, in accordance with the recommendations of the United States Food and Drug Administration.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB906/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=906&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2112979,"bill_number":"HB5429","title":"Luggage for foster care children transfered between homes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide luggage to foster care children so that they may transport their personal belongings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5429/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5429&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2112984,"bill_number":"HB5402","title":"Relating to creating a Distribution Center Refundable Toll Payments Tax Credit Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Distribution Center Refundable Toll Payments Tax Credit through use of RFID Tag Reader systems at qualified distribution centers to compile refundable toll payments. The bill allows the promulgation of administrative rules. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5402/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5402&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2112989,"bill_number":"HB5411","title":"Establishing the Energy Freedom and Fairness Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Energy Freedom and Fairness Act, permitting retail competition for the purchase and sale of electric power for certain non-residential retail customers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5411/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5411&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2112991,"bill_number":"HB5422","title":"Relating to Home Rule Reform","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit municipalities participating in the Home Rule program from establishing additional protected classes of persons beyond what is designated in state statute.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5422/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5422&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2112995,"bill_number":"HB5413","title":"Relating to the Central Abuse Registry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the obligations of the West Virginia State Police regarding the Central Abuse Registry and the collection of fees for the same.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5413/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5413&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2112999,"bill_number":"SB900","title":"Including certain correctional facilities as \"targeted facility\"","description":"The purpose of this bill is criminalize the use of unmanned aerial vehicles over correctional and detention facilities.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB900/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=900&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2113006,"bill_number":"HB5405","title":"Designate landowners who own 1,000 or more acres within West Virginia as institutional landowners.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define landowners of 1,000 or more acres within West Virginia as institutional landowners; to require reports filed by the owners to the Secretary of State relating to the use of this acreage, and annually from the Secretary of State to the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5405/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5405&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2113011,"bill_number":"HB5409","title":"Relating to the ownership of water and minerals in dissolved or undissolved form in produced liquids and solids related to oil and gas drilling.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the ownership of minerals and other substances (other than hydrocarbons) in produced liquids and solids related to oil and gas drilling.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5409/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5409&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2113017,"bill_number":"HB5399","title":"Relating to providing a tax credit related to the establishment and operation of biochar manufacturing facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage private investment in biochar manufacturing facilities located in this state by leveraging existing federal tax incentives through a limited, performance-based state income tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5399/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5399&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2113022,"bill_number":"HB5424","title":"Verifying legal employment status of workers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is create the Worker Citizenship Verification Act of 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5424/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5424&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2113026,"bill_number":"SR32","title":"Protecting WV coal jobs, coal power, and coal families","description":"Protecting WV coal jobs, coal power, and coal families","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR32/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=32&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2113030,"bill_number":"HB5421","title":"To require drones used by state and county personnel to be produced in the United States","description":"The purpose of this bill is create the Act to Prohibit the Purchase of Small Unmanned Aircrafts Manufactured or Assembled by a Covered Foreign Entity. The bill provides for definitions. The bill prohibits the purchase of small unmanned aircraft from covered foreign entities. Finally, the bill provides for the drone replacement grant program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5421/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5421&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2113035,"bill_number":"HB5412","title":"Future Ready Education Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Future-Ready Education Act, to enable local boards of education to enter into long-term contracts for textbooks resulting in fiscal savings, to expand the Mountain State Digital Literacy Program, to requires educators to be trained in the science of reading, and to provide funding for the science of reading training.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5412/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5412&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2113040,"bill_number":"HB5427","title":"To prohibit the malicious publication of personally identifiable information with intent to harass, intimidate, threaten, stalk, or facilitate harm.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Anti-Doxxing and Privacy Protection Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5427/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5427&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2113044,"bill_number":"HB5419","title":"Providing protection for search and rescue group dogs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include police canine units and community search and rescue group canines assisting law-enforcement officers in the search and rescue for individuals and cadavers in definitions of \"law enforcement officers\" in relation to crimes against law enforcement officers and the level of force allowable to protect the canines as law enforcement officers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5419/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5419&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2113049,"bill_number":"HB5415","title":"New and existing Orphan Well Prevention Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the prevention of oil and gas wells being orphaned on surface owner's land with no responsible driller or operator with the resources to plug the well, to provide for the procedures for prevention of orphaned wells, and to require plugging money be set aside in an escrow account in a bank for the operator to pay itself later to plug the well.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5415/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5415&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2113053,"bill_number":"HB5410","title":"Relating to requiring quarterly reporting by water and wastewater utilities that are political subdivisions of the state to their governing bodies.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require quarterly reporting by political subdivisions of their water and wastewater utilities to their governing bodies, and require annual continuing education for board members and senior management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5410/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5410&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2113060,"bill_number":"HB5395","title":"Authorize raffle licensees to offer alcoholic beverages as raffle prizes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize raffle licensees to offer alcoholic beverages as raffle prizes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5395/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5395&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2113066,"bill_number":"HB5393","title":"Relating to resident protection","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a surviving spouse to be able to claim the deceased spouse's homestead exemption so long as the home they owned together is owned by the surviving spouse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5393/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5393&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2113068,"bill_number":"SB899","title":"Permitting certain teachers to be certified to work as school principals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit teachers with 15 years of experience at the elementary, high school, or middle school level to be certified to be principals at the levels they have taught in for the minimum of 15 years.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB899/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=899&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2113072,"bill_number":"HB5387","title":"Relating to high school graduation requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to high school graduation requirements. The bill removes a mandatory stand-alone computer science graduation requirement. The bill establishes a computer literacy proficiency requirement. The bill restores local flexibility. Finally, the bill preserves advanced computer science pathways.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5387/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5387&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2113077,"bill_number":"HB5423","title":"To ensure that illegal aliens do not vote or operate a motor vehicle in the state.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure that undocumented immigrants do not vote or operate a motor vehicle in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5423/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5423&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2113082,"bill_number":"HB5406","title":"Relating to driving under the influence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory the entity responsible for the certification, standards, and administration of secondary chemical tests. The bill also makes the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory responsible for approval of the devices and methods of preliminary breath analysis. The bill transfers rule-making authority from the Bureau of Public Health to the State Police.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5406/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5406&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2113088,"bill_number":"HB5400","title":"Relating generally to punishment for child neglect resulting in death.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the criminal penalties imposed on a parent, guardian, custodian, or person in a position of trust in relation to a child for child neglect resulting in death.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5400/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5400&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ian Masters"},
{"bill_id":2113092,"bill_number":"HB5386","title":"Relating to candidate’s certificate of announcement.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of State and the county clerks to provide candidate information for display on the Secretary of State's website within five business days after receiving a certificate of announcement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5386/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5386&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2113096,"bill_number":"HB5388","title":"Creating the official motorist services logo signing program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a tax credit for certain West Virginia businesses participating in the official motorist services logo signing program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5388/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5388&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2113101,"bill_number":"HJR38","title":"To modify the threshold for emergency services levies.","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to modify the threshold for passage of an emergency services levy from 60% to 50%.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-10","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR38/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=38&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2113743,"bill_number":"HB5430","title":"Relating to pharmaceutical benefits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to is to regulate pharmacy benefit managers and state pharmacy purchasing by requiring an annual pharmacy dispensing fee study, limiting amounts charged by pharmacy benefit managers, prohibiting certain pharmacy benefit manager contracts with West Virginia Medicaid and the West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency, and requiring implementation of a pharmacy cost containment tool.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5430/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5430&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2113759,"bill_number":"HB5443","title":"Relating to the reimbursement for panel attorneys and guardian ad litems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase compensation of all panel attorneys and guardians ad litem. The bill also creates an assistant guardian ad litem position and specifies required language in certain juvenile abuse and neglect case orders.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5443/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5443&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2113774,"bill_number":"HB5437","title":"Creating the Vape Safety Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Vape Safety Act.\"","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5437/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5437&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David McCormick"},
{"bill_id":2113790,"bill_number":"HB5438","title":"To modify the foundation allowance to improve instructional programs.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the foundation allowance to improve instructional programs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5438/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5438&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2113806,"bill_number":"HB5441","title":"Reforming State Personnel System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to streamline and simplify the state hiring system of the Division of Personnel. The bill terminates the State Personnel Board, defines the role of the director and the Division of Personnel, transfers to the Division all State Personnel Board responsibilities, eliminate Division of Personnel exemptions for the Department of Transportation, State Tax Division, and Bureau of Social Services, transferring new hires and promoted employees within the Department of Transportation into the classified-exempt system and exempting these employees from the grievance board. This bill right-sizes state government and refocuses the Division of Personnel to broadly categorize employees, provide training to our agencies, and to act as an advocate for attracting and retaining employees.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5441/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5441&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2113823,"bill_number":"HB5440","title":"Allowing healthcare workers to refuse to perform procedures related to sex reassignment or gender identity transitioning for religious or conscientious objection","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Medical Ethics Defense Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5440/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5440&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2113839,"bill_number":"HB5435","title":"The purpose of this bill is to increase funding for rural counties in this state by adding a multiplier to the IEP calculation.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase funding for rural counties in this state by adding a multiplier to the IEP calculation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5435/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5435&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2113855,"bill_number":"HB5431","title":"Relating generally to bonded indebtedness of the State of West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to bonded indebtedness of the State of West Virginia; requires recommendation from the State Treasurer prior to issuing refunding bonds beginning on a certain date; authorizes legislative rules related to refunding bonds, includes emergency rules for a limited period; sets forth legislative intent and findings; defines terms; clarifies application of new article; specifies when the Treasurer may issue general obligation bonds; sets forth amount, form, and terms of general obligation bonds; declares general obligation bonds to be covenants of the state and lawful investments; provides for manner of sale of general obligation bonds; requires creation of a debt service fund for each general obligation bond series; specifies permissible use of a debt service fund; authorizes investment of a debt service fund; authorizes the Treasurer to issue certain refunding bonds; requires the Treasurer to determine the bond counsel and financial advisor for general obligation bonds; exempts selection of bond-related services from certain state purchasing requirements; authorizes the Treasurer to pay general obligation bond issuance expenses from the debt service fund; prohibiting conflicts of interest; creates a criminal misdemeanor offense and providing penalties for violation on conflict of interest provisions; authorizes legislative rules related to general obligation bonds, including emergency rules; relocates statutory language concerning the state's outstanding general obligation bonds to a single chapter of code; declares legislative intent; provides for statutory construction; and makes various technical corrections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5431/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5431&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2113872,"bill_number":"HB5433","title":"Require all state‑regulated health insurance plans to provide meaningful coverage for hearing aids and to cover at least one annual audiological evaluation.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require health insurance coverage of hearing aids.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5433/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5433&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Bell"},
{"bill_id":2113888,"bill_number":"HB5432","title":"Relating to establishing disaster repair and recovery effort tax credit for taxpayers subject to the severance and business privilege tax in certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a credit against the severance tax to encourage private companies to assist with repair and recovery efforts following disasters in this state. The bill limits the total amount of repair and recovery effort credits which can be certified by the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection. The bill requires the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Tax Commissioner to propose legislative rules and emergency legislative rules for promulgation to implement the provisions of the bill The bill will increase economic opportunity in this state. The bill authorizes the claiming of the credits. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5432/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5432&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scot Heckert"},
{"bill_id":2113904,"bill_number":"HB5444","title":"Relating to increasing the amount of fees to be paid by parolees for supervision.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the amount of fees to be paid by parolees based on his or her ability to pay, not to exceed $50 per month to defray the costs of supervision, which would be an increase from not to exceed $40 to not to exceed $50.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5444/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5444&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2113920,"bill_number":"HB5439","title":"Creaing a pollinator planting program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Pollinator Protection Act; and provide program criteria.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5439/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5439&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2113937,"bill_number":"HB5434","title":"Creating a moratorium for two years on school closures and providing for a pause on impending school closures.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to pause school closures to allow for revisions to the school aid funding formula. The bill also creates a moratorium on school closings and consolidations to allow for an optional emergency levy election to be held.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5434/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5434&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2113952,"bill_number":"HB5436","title":"Make it a felony to kill a canine officer","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include canines in definitions of \"law enforcement officers\" in relation to crimes against law enforcement officers and the level of force allowable to protect said canines as law enforcement officers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5436/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5436&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2113968,"bill_number":"HB5442","title":"Relating to training on the uses and indications of certain drugs for pregnant women.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require training on the uses and indications of certain drugs for pregnant women.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5442/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5442&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Erica Moore"},
{"bill_id":2113995,"bill_number":"SB921","title":"Prohibiting Medicaid from being used for abortions or gender reassignment surgery","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit state funding from being used to pay for abortions or gender reassignment surgery.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB921/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=921&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2113998,"bill_number":"HB5455","title":"Relating to special license plates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to direct registration fees from all special license plates to the State Road Fund; authorizing voluntary donations at the time of registration or renewal; requiring donation options to correspond with the theme of the license plate; establishing deposit and administration of donated funds; and providing legislative findings and intent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5455/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5455&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Sheedy"},
{"bill_id":2114007,"bill_number":"SB918","title":"Relating to civil service promotion criteria for municipal law-enforcement officers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish civil service promotion criteria for municipal law enforcement officers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB918/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=918&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2114010,"bill_number":"SB919","title":"Creating Safe School Events Music Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Safe School Events Music Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB919/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=919&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2114015,"bill_number":"HB5445","title":"Revising the statute authorizing the West Virginia Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to run background checks.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the West Virginia Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to run background checks on persons applying to be a Statewide Interoperable Radio Network (\"SIRN\") Radio Programmer and on persons seeking approval to work in SIRN network facilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5445/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5445&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2114022,"bill_number":"HB5447","title":"Changes to the requirements for do not resusitate orders.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add explicit recognition of Do-not-resuscitate -Comfort Care Arrest (DNR-CCA) and Do-not-resuscitate -Comfort Care (DNR-CC) that is feasible and legally coherent, promoting clearer and more patient-centered care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5447/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5447&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2114029,"bill_number":"HB5454","title":"Relating to the select committee for the West Virginia Fusion Center","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define the authorities of the select committee's oversight of the West Virginia Fusion Center, to direct the Legislative Auditor to conduct an annual audit of the Fusion Center, and to define the parameters of that audit.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5454/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5454&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Roland Jennings"},
{"bill_id":2114034,"bill_number":"HB5449","title":"Repealing the Addiction Treatment Pilot Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to address the Addiction Treatment Pilot Program and repeal all portions of the legislation as the pilot program no longer exists.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5449/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5449&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2114039,"bill_number":"HB5452","title":"Relating to the standard of proof required for a final parole or probation revocation hearing.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the standard of proof required for a final parole or probation revocation hearing is proof by a preponderance of the evidence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5452/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5452&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2114043,"bill_number":"HB5450","title":"Relating to appeals of certification decisions by the Department of Homeland Security","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the responsibility to hear appeals of certification decisions by the subcommittee from the Deputy Cabinet Secretary or his or her designee to the Office of Administrative Hearings and clarify that the Office of Administrative Hearings is to hear appeals from decisions or orders of any of the subcommittees of the Governor's Committee on Crime, Delinquency and Correction. to the Office of Administrative Hearings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5450/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5450&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2114048,"bill_number":"SB914","title":"Increasing taxes on tobacco products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the Tobacco Products Excise Tax Act; repeal discounts on tax stamps; add a definition of \"Electronic smoking device\"; increase taxes on tobacco products; provide that 10 percent of the revenue collected be dedicated to the West Virginia Division of Tobacco Prevention; and repeal §11-17-4a and §11-17-4b.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB914/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=914&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2114053,"bill_number":"SB915","title":"Clarifying when detained or confined juveniles may have contact with incarcerated adult persons","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove language that may cause confusion or instances of confusion when a juvenile may be detained or confined in an institution in which he or she may have contact with or come within sight or sound of any incarcerated adult persons. The bill also provides the Commissioner of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation with the discretion to oversee the process of security staff or direct care staff of a jail or lock up facility where a juvenile may be detained or confined in which he or she would have contact with or come within sight or sound of any incarcerated adult persons.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB915/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=915&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2114061,"bill_number":"SB922","title":"Requiring public lodging establishments to provide human trafficking awareness training for employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit a hotel or public lodging establishment to provide annual training regarding human trafficking awareness to employees and to provide for rulemaking.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB922/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=922&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2114068,"bill_number":"SB913","title":"Removing annual report requirement for WV Research Trust Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the annual report requirement for the West Virginia Research Trust Fund.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB913/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=913&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2114071,"bill_number":"HB5453","title":"To modify the school aid funding formula.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a revised method of school aid funding.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5453/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5453&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Ellington"},
{"bill_id":2114079,"bill_number":"SR34","title":"Designating February 12, 2026, as Hospital Day","description":"Designating February 12, 2026, as Hospital Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR34/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=34&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2114085,"bill_number":"HB5451","title":"Relating to survivor’s benefit payment for first responders","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the language in the statute to make it consistent with W.Va. Code §5H-1-2(b) for survivor's benefit payment for first responders for purposes of payment for funeral expenses of law enforcement, safety, and emergency workers; amend the internal effective date; and make technical corrections to the section.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5451/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5451&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2114091,"bill_number":"SB909","title":"Modernizing educational programs and technologies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Future-Ready Education Act, to enable local boards of education to enter into long-term contracts for textbooks resulting in fiscal savings, to expand the Mountain State Digital Literacy Program, to requires educators to be trained in the science of reading, and to provide funding for the science of reading training.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB909/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=909&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2114095,"bill_number":"SB917","title":"Imposing privilege tax on retail sale of electric vehicle charging services","description":"The purpose of this bill is to impose a 15 percent privilege tax on the retail sale of electric vehicle charging services at public charging stations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB917/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=917&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2114102,"bill_number":"HB5446","title":"Relating to the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend and reenact §15A-10-3 and §15A-10-5, as amended, to extend State Fire Marshal inspections, generally, to include municipalities with certified fire code officials, certified fire code inspectors and certified fire code plans examiners to perform duties in occupancies under the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal; to clarify the difference between certified and uncertified fire officials, fire inspectors, and fire plans examiners; to explain how training and examination for Fire Code Disciplines and Categories are completed; and to delineate the approved categories of examinations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5446/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5446&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2114108,"bill_number":"SB916","title":"Using “A.C.” as name ending for accounting corporation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the use of \"A.C.\" as a name ending for an accounting corporation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB916/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=916&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2114112,"bill_number":"HB5456","title":"Relating to disability pay for West Virginia State Troopers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase pay for State Troopers with permanent total disability from injuries received in the line of duty in accordance with the pay increases the Trooper would have received from seniority had the Trooper not been injured.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5456/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5456&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2114118,"bill_number":"HB5448","title":"Revising the statute relating to the state emergency response commission meetings.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise the statute to allow for the purposes of committee and board meetings any member of the state emergency response commission to delegate authority for an employee to serve as a designee in his or her stead as it is not always feasible to honor all requirements to attend and participate in such meetings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5448/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5448&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2114123,"bill_number":"SB912","title":"Removing sales tax for food bought in vending machines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove consumers sales and service tax from prepared food sold through vending and money-operated machines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB912/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=912&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2114125,"bill_number":"SB920","title":"Mandating life sentence for first degree murder of minor victim with firearm","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make a first-degree murder of a minor conviction with a firearm punishable by life imprisonment without mercy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB920/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=920&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2114133,"bill_number":"SB910","title":"Removing unintended limitation on excused absences for students in certain extracurriculars","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the unintended limitation on excused absences for students participating in approved extracurricular and educational activities and to restore local decision-making authority to parents, teachers, and school administrators.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB910/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=910&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bennett Queen"},
{"bill_id":2114137,"bill_number":"SJR20","title":"Fire and Emergency Services Excess Levy Majority Approval Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to allow excess levies or increases in maximum rates limited exclusively to fire protection and emergency medical services to be approved by a simple majority (50% + 1), while retaining the current sixty percent voter approval requirement for all other levies and increases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR20/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=20&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Zachery Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2114140,"bill_number":"SB911","title":"Creating First-Time Drive to Work Pilot Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the First-time Drive to Work Pilot Program in the Division of Economic Development which provides certain vehicle purchase assistance to eligible participants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-11","last_action":"To Workforce","last_action_date":"2026-02-11","committee":"Workforce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB911/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=911&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bennett Queen"},
{"bill_id":2114946,"bill_number":"HB5458","title":"Relating to professionals to be licensed by the West Virginia Board of Medicine","description":"The purpose of this bill generally relates to professionals to be licensed by the West Virginia Board of Medicine.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5458/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5458&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2114948,"bill_number":"SB937","title":"Establishing community-based child welfare system program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a community-based child welfare system program.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB937/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=937&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2114951,"bill_number":"SB935","title":"Eliminating business and occupation tax exemption for certain coal-fired merchant power plants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to immediately eliminate the business and occupation tax exemption for certain coal-fired merchant power plants on the generating capacity of the generating units located in this state that are owned or leased by the taxpayer and used to generate electricity. The bill would be made effective from passage.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB935/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=935&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2114955,"bill_number":"HB5471","title":"To provide pay increases to members of the judiciary","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide pay increases to members of the judiciary and clarify retirement contributions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5471/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5471&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2114959,"bill_number":"SB934","title":"Modifying accrued benefit of members of WV Natural Resources Police Officer Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the West Virginia Natural Resources Police Officer Retirement System accrued benefit for members who retire after July 1, 2026, and to provide funding for the benefit,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB934/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=934&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2114961,"bill_number":"SB926","title":"Eliminating capital gains tax on certain precious metals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exclude capital gains on precious metal bullion from gross income.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB926/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=926&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2114964,"bill_number":"HB5474","title":"Gateway to the Gorge Outdoor Recreation Industry Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create of a tax incentive to encourage the continued growth of the outdoor recreation economy in West Virginia to be known as the \"Gateway to the Gorge Outdoor Recreation Industry Act\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5474/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5474&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2114971,"bill_number":"HB5472","title":"Formally recognize Mine Rescue teams as first responders in West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend benefits and recognition applicable to emergency responders to mine rescue personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5472/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5472&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2114974,"bill_number":"SB932","title":"Specifying that cultivated meat products are adulterated foods","description":"The purpose of this bill is to define cultivated meat products as an adulterated food.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB932/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=932&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2114976,"bill_number":"SB925","title":"Providing Future Farmers of America-sanctioned activities not count toward limit of excused absences","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that a Future Farmers of America (\"FFA\") sanctioned activity or program shall not count toward the 10-day limit for excused absences.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB925/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=925&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2114979,"bill_number":"HB5457","title":"To allow partial credits for times of disability service in the CPRB for Troopers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide one-half service credit for periods of disability service to count toward retirement for State Troopers.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5457/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5457&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2114983,"bill_number":"HB5475","title":"To make the Public Service Commission an elected position","description":"The purpose of this bill is to have members of the Public Service Commission be elected to six-year terms from three divisions in nonpartisan elections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Motion to table the motion to discharge from committee (Roll No. 348)","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5475/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5475&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2114986,"bill_number":"HB5478","title":"Establish a statewide pilot program to improve kindergarten readiness.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Kindergarten Readiness Touchpad Pilot Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5478/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5478&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2114988,"bill_number":"SB933","title":"Expanding digital mapping of unimproved public roads","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enable and encourage tourism and outdoor recreation on unimproved public roads using existing resources.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB933/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=933&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2114990,"bill_number":"HB5470","title":"Relating to financial or product assistance for prescription drugs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to bring the tax on healthcare managed care organizations into compliance with new federal regulations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5470/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5470&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2114999,"bill_number":"SB936","title":"Providing WV certified thoroughbred eligibility","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide West Virginia certified Thoroughbred eligibility, reallocate interstate simulcasts by licensed racetracks, increase West Virginia Restricted race caps, provide an inflation adjustment to the net terminal income at a licensed racetrack deposited in the state Excess Lottery Revenue Fund and reallocate a certain amount of said income to the thoroughbred and greyhound development funds at the licensed racetracks of origin.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB936/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=936&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2115002,"bill_number":"HB5462","title":"Relating to Mine Subsidence","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify limitations on mine subsidence insurance recovery limits.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5462/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5462&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2115004,"bill_number":"SB931","title":"Relating to utility affordability and economic competitiveness","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore utility affordability and reliability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB931/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=931&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2115007,"bill_number":"HB5468","title":"Allotting counties $5,000 per deputy position to only be used for deputy pay raises","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide funding to counties in the amount of $5,000 per deputy position in that county to be used exclusively for deputy pay raises.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5468/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5468&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2115011,"bill_number":"HB5481","title":"To ban ultraprocessed foods (exempt drinks) from schools in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of ultra-processed foods in meals provided by school nutrition programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5481/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5481&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Amos"},
{"bill_id":2115013,"bill_number":"HB5461","title":"Creating the “Financial Accountability Stable Token Act,” for financing and state payments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Financial Accountability Stable Token Act,\" or \"FAST Act,\" for finance and state payments; authorize the use of qualifying stable tokens for payments to state vendors and contractors; establish eligibility and reserve requirements; provide for administration and oversight by the State Treasurer; provide for rulemaking and reporting; and provide for severability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5461/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5461&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2115020,"bill_number":"SB923","title":"Creating Guaranteeing Rights Against Novel International Tyranny and Extortion Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia \"Guaranteeing Rights Against Novel International Tyranny and Extortion (GRANITE) Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB923/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=923&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2115023,"bill_number":"HB5480","title":"Relating to establishing the West Virginia Youth Summer Employment and Career Readiness Program.","description":"This bill establishes the West Virginia Youth Summer Employment and Career Readiness Program to provide paid summer employment, apprenticeships, internships, and entrepreneurial exposure for youth statewide. Participation is open to all eligible youth, with targeted outreach to youth facing barriers to employment. The program emphasizes emerging job growth sectors, workforce development, and coordination with employers to strengthen West Virginia's long-term labor force.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5480/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5480&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2115027,"bill_number":"HB5465","title":"Allow anyone with a master’s degree to sit for WV Bar exam and become licensed attorney","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit persons with master's degrees, regardless of the course of study, to take an examination for admission to practice law in the courts of this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5465/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5465&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2115030,"bill_number":"SR35","title":"Recognizing February 14, 2026, as National Organ Donor Day","description":"Recognizing February 14, 2026, as National Organ Donor Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR35/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=35&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2115034,"bill_number":"HB5473","title":"Relating to providing a civil remedy when a federal officer or employee violates a constitutional right.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a civil cause of action under West Virginia law allowing a person to seek relief against a federal officer or employee when that individual acts outside the scope of federal employment and violates rights secured by the Constitution of the United States. This bill does not authorize suits against the United States, does not waive federal sovereign immunity, and is intended to operate within the framework established by federal law.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5473/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5473&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2115036,"bill_number":"HB5464","title":"West Virginia First Live Racing Jobs Act of 2026","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide West Virginia Certified Thoroughbred eligibility, reallocate interstate simulcasts by licensed racetracks, increase West Virginia Restricted race caps, provide inflation adjustment to the net terminal income at a licensed racetrack deposited in the state Excess Lottery Revenue Fund and reallocate a certain amount of said income to the thoroughbred and greyhound development funds at the licensed racetracks of origin.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5464/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5464&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2115039,"bill_number":"HB5479","title":"Relating to prohibiting concealment of a law-enforcement officer’s identity or authority.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit the intentional concealment of a law-enforcement officer's identity or authority, including the use of masks or face coverings, during warrantless, non-custodial investigatory stops that are not supported by probable cause. This provision is intended to promote transparency, reduce the risk of intimidation or misidentification, and protect civil liberties during investigative encounters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5479/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5479&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2115043,"bill_number":"HB5482","title":"Protecting patient access to clinician-administered medications.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect patient access to clinician-administered medications.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5482/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5482&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2115051,"bill_number":"HB5469","title":"Allowing for a paid commission for sheriffs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a $15,000 commission to sheriffs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5469/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5469&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2115053,"bill_number":"SR37","title":"Designating February 13, 2026, as WV Silver Jackets Flood Resiliency Day","description":"Designating February 13, 2026, as WV Silver Jackets Flood Resiliency Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR37/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=37&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2115055,"bill_number":"HB5483","title":"Relating to financial assistance available for a prescription drug","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure financial or product assistance are available for a prescription drug.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5483/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5483&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2115059,"bill_number":"HB5476","title":"Require monitoring of electronic records maintained by hospitals.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require health care providers to maintain a complete copy of an individual's health care records and to prevent unauthorized altering or tampering of health care records.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5476/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5476&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2115062,"bill_number":"SB927","title":"Clarifying Commissioner of Agriculture's authority to regulate bees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the Commissioner of Agriculture's authority to regulate bees, bee equipment, and apiaries in the state, and to clarify when legal proceedings may be maintained against certain owners or operators of agricultural land or agricultural operations.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB927/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=927&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2115065,"bill_number":"SB929","title":"Relating to state board intervention into county school systems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Taxpayer Transparency in Education Act; requiring the timely reporting of county school boards and prohibiting a county board from receiving discretionary state funding if it fails to provide the required published statement.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB929/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=929&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2115067,"bill_number":"SB924","title":"Streamlining and reforming Division of Personnel systems","description":"The purpose of this bill is to streamline and simplify the state hiring system of the Division of Personnel. The bill terminates the State Personnel Board, defines the role of the director and the Division of Personnel, transfers to the Division all State Personnel Board responsibilities, eliminate Division of Personnel exemptions for the Department of Transportation, State Tax Division, and Bureau of Social Services, transferring new hires and promoted employees within the Department of Transportation into the classified-exempt system and exempting these employees from the grievance board. This bill right-sizes state government and refocuses the Division of Personnel to broadly categorize employees, provide training to our agencies, and to act as an advocate for attracting and retaining employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB924/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=924&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2115072,"bill_number":"HB5459","title":"Relating to a tax on managed care organizations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to bring the health care provider tax on healthcare managed care organizations into compliance with new federal regulations.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5459/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5459&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Matthew Rohrbach"},
{"bill_id":2115079,"bill_number":"SB930","title":"Raising cost of living increase for certain municipal employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise the cost-of-living increase from the first $15,000 to the first $45,000 for supplemental pension benefits for municipal police, firefighters, employees of waterworks systems, sewage systems, or combined waterworks/sewage systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB930/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=930&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2115082,"bill_number":"SB928","title":"Relating to manufacture, sale, and distribution of low-proof spirit alcohol products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to afford West Virginia consumers responsible access to Low-Proof Alcohol Spirit Products consistent with their availability in adjoining states.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB928/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=928&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2115084,"bill_number":"SR36","title":"Recognizing third week of July as Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week","description":"Recognizing third week of July as Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR36/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=36&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2115089,"bill_number":"HB5463","title":"Relating to Decreasing Board of Education Limits","description":"The purpose of this bill is to decrease mandatory liability minimums and remove excess coverage requirements for county boards of education.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5463/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5463&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2115091,"bill_number":"HB5477","title":"Relating to federal immigration enforcement.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to federal immigration enforcement. The bill supplements and expands existing cooperation requirements. The bill mandates participation by state-supported law enforcement agencies in the federal 287(g) program. The bill requires detention facilities of a specified operational capacity to seek and maintain the Jail Enforcement Model. The bill authorizes use of the Warrant Service Officer Model only upon written federal denial. The bill establishes minimum operational standards. The bill provides for reporting and audits. The bill authorizes enforcement by the Attorney General. The bill requires withholding of certain state funds for noncompliance. The bill provides immunity. The bill provides for rulemaking. Finally, the bill provides for severability and an effective date.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5477/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5477&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2115094,"bill_number":"HB5460","title":"Construction Cost Relief Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a tax rebate for new home construction.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5460/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5460&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Marty Gearheart"},
{"bill_id":2115096,"bill_number":"HB5467","title":"To increase the Deputy Sheriff retirement multiplier from 2.75 to 3.0","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the multiplier for the deputy sheriff retirement accrued benefit from two and a half percent to three percent.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-12","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5467/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5467&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2115097,"bill_number":"HB5466","title":"Relating to Abuse Prevention Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to rename the intervention and prevention program, clarify the definitions of the program, and update the code with the renamed program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5466/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5466&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2116669,"bill_number":"HB5485","title":"Relating to increasing the state minimum wage.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the state minimum wage from $8.25 an hour to $11.00 an hour effective January 1, 2027.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5485/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5485&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Hollis Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2116672,"bill_number":"HB5506","title":"Prohibiting Compensation for Lobbying on Behalf of a Foreign Adversary.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit compensation for lobbying a government officer or employee on behalf of a foreign adversary and provides civil penalties for violation thereof.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5506/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5506&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2116675,"bill_number":"HB5491","title":"Relating to open captioning for motion pictures","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require exhibitors of motion pictures who operate two or more theatres in more than one location in this state to provide open captioning during at least two showings per week of each motion picture that is produced and offered with open captioning. The bill requires, when requested, audio description to be provided for any motion picture that is produced and offered with audio description.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5491/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5491&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2116678,"bill_number":"HB5498","title":"Relating to liability protection of a multidisciplinary team member.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the liability of a multidisciplinary team member.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5498/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5498&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Margitta Mazzocchi"},
{"bill_id":2116680,"bill_number":"HB5522","title":"Relating to creating an annual sales tax holiday for the sales of feminine hygiene products.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an annual sales tax holiday for feminine hygiene products and diapers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5522/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5522&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anitra Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2116683,"bill_number":"HB5515","title":"Relating to modernizing and updating workers’ compensation statutes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise outdated provisions within Articles 4 and 5, Chapter 23 of the West Virginia Code, which pertain to the administration of workers' compensation claims. Much of the revised language is antiquated and predates the 2005/2006 regulatory transition from a state-operated monopolistic system for workers' compensation to a competitive, private market system. The bill also repeals obsolete code sections.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5515/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5515&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2116684,"bill_number":"HB5525","title":"To create the “Southern West Virginia Clean Water Fund” to be used in water emergencies or to upgrade infrastructure so residences can get clean water.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Southern West Virginia Clean Water Fund Act of 2026 in order to enhance water quality standards, test for and remove various contaminants, and to replace lead service lines within all public water systems in the counties of Boone, Fayette, Greenbrier, Lincoln, Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, Wayne, and Wyoming.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5525/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5525&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Vance"},
{"bill_id":2116688,"bill_number":"HB5526","title":"Clarifying Purchaser Requirements for Tax Abandoned Land Auctions by the Auditor","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify registration and purchaser requirements for tax abandoned land auctions and sales held by the Auditor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5526/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5526&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2116691,"bill_number":"HB5516","title":"Require abuse and neglect case appeals to be processed within 6 months","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require abuse and neglect case appeals to be processed within six months.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5516/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5516&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2116694,"bill_number":"HB5527","title":"Relating to Wellness Reimbursement Programs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize wellness reimbursement plans that are self-insured medical plans or wellness integrated medical plan expense reimbursement plans to be licensed in this state by the Insurance Commissioner.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Became law without Governor's signature- House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5527/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5527&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2116697,"bill_number":"HB5489","title":"Modifying the definition of contractor.","description":"The purpose of this bill is increase the capacity for residential work by a licensed contractor from $5,000 to $10,000.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5489/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5489&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2116700,"bill_number":"SB941","title":"Making certain agreements prohibiting information sharing related to sexual abuse unenforceable","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make unenforceable certain agreements prohibiting the disclosure of information related to acts of sexual abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB941/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=941&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2116703,"bill_number":"HB5513","title":"To prohibit cloud seeding in WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect the environment and humans from geoengineering experiments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5513/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5513&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2116704,"bill_number":"SR41","title":"Recognizing WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health for its outstanding contributions to WV","description":"Recognizing WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health for its outstanding contributions to WV","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR41/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=41&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2116711,"bill_number":"HB5505","title":"Relating to minimum limits for motor vehicle insurance coverage","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase minimum liability insurance coverage requirements for motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5505/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5505&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2116714,"bill_number":"SB942","title":"Creating Advanced Baseload Energy Development Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an advanced-baseload ecosystem that provides affordable and reliable power while generating long-term economic and security benefits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB942/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=942&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2116716,"bill_number":"HB5503","title":"Relating to providing a $5,000 salary increase to certain inspectors.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a $5,000 annual salary increase for mine inspectors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5503/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5503&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2116717,"bill_number":"HB5488","title":"Relating to establishing the offense of assault upon or injury to a service animal; and providing for penalties.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the offense of assault upon or injury to a service animal and establish penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5488/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5488&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2116720,"bill_number":"HB5497","title":"Relating to staff liability","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide immunity from liability for employees of a child advocacy center for actions taken in participation in the child abuse investigation process or services provided by the child advocacy center.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5497/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5497&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Margitta Mazzocchi"},
{"bill_id":2116725,"bill_number":"HB5487","title":"Relating to optional limits of uninsured and underinsured motor vehicle coverage","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal §33-6-31d relating to optional uninsured and underinsured motor vehicle coverage required by this section.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5487/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5487&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dean Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2116729,"bill_number":"HB5495","title":"Creating certain requirements and accountability procedures regarding a student’s use of software in a public school.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create certain requirements and accountability procedures regarding a student's use of software in a public school.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5495/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5495&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeffrey Stephens"},
{"bill_id":2116732,"bill_number":"HB5520","title":"Foreign Adversary and Terrorist Agent Registration and Transnational Repression Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act, the Foreign Adversary and Terrorist Registration Act and the Transnational Repression Act, and to clarify application requirements to become a lobbyist.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5520/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5520&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2116735,"bill_number":"HB5496","title":"Providing for the offense of child torture.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the criminal offense of child torture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5496/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5496&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Margitta Mazzocchi"},
{"bill_id":2116738,"bill_number":"HB5502","title":"Amending the Human Rights Act to allow regulation of traits associated with a person’s race only for nondiscriminatory purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a definition of \"race\" under the Human Rights Act to allow regulation of hairstyles or other traits historically associated with a persons race if done for a nondiscriminatory basis and to assure workplace safety.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5502/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5502&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anitra Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2116742,"bill_number":"HB5514","title":"To eliminate Real ID","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that West Virginia will not participate in the \"REAL ID Act of 2005\" enacted by the United States Congress in Public Law 109-13.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5514/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5514&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2116744,"bill_number":"HB5528","title":"Relating to protection of personal residential information of certain public officials.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide protection of personal residential information of certain public officials.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5528/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5528&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2116746,"bill_number":"HB5509","title":"Mountain Homes Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Mountain Homes Act and creating the Mountain Homes Fund to remove barriers to funding for home construction with the goal of promoting a sustainable quality of life for the state's workforce.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5509/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5509&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2116750,"bill_number":"SR42","title":"Memorializing life of Honorable Walter Dolph Helmick","description":"Memorializing life of Honorable Walter Dolph Helmick","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR42/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=42&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2116756,"bill_number":"HB5511","title":"To allow money to be paid to county board of education employees’ estates for accrued and unused leave if they pass away before retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a lump sum payment of accrued personal leave to full-time employees of a county school board upon the end of full-time employment due to death.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5511/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5511&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2116760,"bill_number":"HB5521","title":"Relating to public adjusters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create application, licensure, and examination requirements for public adjusters and to create standards of conduct which govern public adjusters.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5521/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5521&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2116763,"bill_number":"HB5508","title":"Relating to Capitol Police Retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include members of the Division of Protection Services (Capitol Police) under the state police B retirement system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5508/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5508&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Dana Ferrell"},
{"bill_id":2116766,"bill_number":"HB5510","title":"Eliminate the requirement for private wedding venues to own or lease 2 acres in rural location.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the two acre minimum for private wedding venues.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"On 3rd reading with right to amend","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5510/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5510&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Hornby"},
{"bill_id":2116770,"bill_number":"SR38","title":"Designating February 16, 2026, as Rural Health Day","description":"Designating February 16, 2026, as Rural Health Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR38/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=38&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2116774,"bill_number":"SCR3","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study funding for Flood Resiliency Fund","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study funding for Flood Resiliency Fund","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR3/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=3&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2116777,"bill_number":"HB5523","title":"Relating to establishing minimum requirements for discharge of women in later stages of pregnancy from hospitals.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to assure that when women in the advanced stages of pregnancy are properly examined and given proper instructions on their condition and actions to be taken as the pregnancy advances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5523/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5523&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anitra Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2116778,"bill_number":"SB939","title":"Creating WV Reshoring Manufacturing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage West Virginia businesses to replace foreign-manufactured goods with goods manufactured in West Virginia through performance-based, time-limited tax incentives that support sustained in-state production, workforce expansion, and long-term economic growth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB939/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=939&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2116782,"bill_number":"SB938","title":"Clarifying powers, duties, and responsibilities of certain public health officials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the duties and responsibilities of the Secretary of the Department of Health, the Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health, and the state health officer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB938/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=938&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2116790,"bill_number":"HB5486","title":"Relating to adding Juneteenth to the list of legal holidays and providing when it should be observed if it falls on a Sunday.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add Juneteenth to the list of legal holidays and describing when it should be observed if it falls on a Sunday","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5486/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5486&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Hollis Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2116792,"bill_number":"SB943","title":"Repealing data collection code section relating to Juvenile Reform Oversight Committee","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal a section dealing with data collection for the Juvenile Reform Oversight Committee, which terms have expired due to a sunset provision.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB943/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=943&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2116795,"bill_number":"HB5500","title":"To make allowances for bio-degradable farm/field products to escape the transport vehicle so to avoid potential fines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that the penalty provision for failing to have loads secure does not apply to certain open top farm trucks, trailers, and other vehicles hauling hay, straw, silage, and other vegetative, bio-degradable products to other farms needing these products.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5500/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5500&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bryan Ward"},
{"bill_id":2116799,"bill_number":"HB5512","title":"Relating to Land Records","description":"The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of deed fraud.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5512/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5512&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patrick Lucas"},
{"bill_id":2116804,"bill_number":"HB5524","title":"To permit paid county EMS workers to join the Emergency Medical Services Retirement System.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize certain EMS personnel to be members of the Emergency Medical Services Retirement System under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5524/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5524&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2116806,"bill_number":"HB5492","title":"Relating to advance purchase agreements for electric substation transformers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish guidelines for advance purchase agreements for electric substation transformers to accelerate economic development projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5492/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5492&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2116809,"bill_number":"HB5493","title":"Provide a penalty of chemical castration or surgical castration for sex abuse crimes against minors.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the administration of medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) to persons convicted of certain sex offenses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5493/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5493&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2116813,"bill_number":"HB5490","title":"Providing a discount for green fees at West Virginia State Parks.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a 20 percent discount for golf green fees at state parks for West Virginia residents on certain days.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5490/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5490&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2116814,"bill_number":"HB5507","title":"Establish a Process for the Selection and Oversight of Delegates for a West Virginia Article V Convention Delegation.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a process for the selection and oversight of delegates for a West Virginia Article V convention delegation to an Article V convention for proposing amendments to the United States Constitution.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5507/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5507&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2116817,"bill_number":"HB5517","title":"Relating to the Office of Insurance Commissioner maintaining and posting lists of bondsmen","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Office of Insurance Commission to maintain and post lists of bondsmen.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5517/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5517&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2116819,"bill_number":"HB5501","title":"Certified Professional Midwife Licensing and Regulation.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create and regulate the certified professional midwife.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5501/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5501&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2116823,"bill_number":"HB5499","title":"Relating to school system fiscal and governance early warning, stabilization, and accountability.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to school system fiscal and governance early warning, stabilization, and accountability. The bill provides for the creation of the School System Performance and Accountability Board and the operational Office of School System Performance and Accountability. The bill provides for the separation of roles and core purpose. The bill provides for the goal and Mission of the Office of School System Performance and Accountability. The bill provides for the responsibilities of the Office of School System Performance and Accountability. Finally, the bill provides for rulemaking","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5499/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5499&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2116826,"bill_number":"HB5518","title":"Judicial Accountability and Recall Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enact the \"Judicial Accountability and Recall Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5518/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5518&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2116829,"bill_number":"HB5504","title":"Relating to the manufacture, sale, and distribution of low-proof spirit alcohol products.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to afford West Virginia consumers responsible access to Low-Proof Alcohol Spirit Products consistent with their availability in adjoining states.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5504/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5504&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Wayne Clark"},
{"bill_id":2116830,"bill_number":"SR40","title":"Designating February 16, 2026, as Child Advocacy Center Day","description":"Designating February 16, 2026, as Child Advocacy Center Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR40/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=40&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Bennett Queen"},
{"bill_id":2116834,"bill_number":"HB5519","title":"Relating to creating the “West Virginia Tax Neutrality Act”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Tax Neutrality Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5519/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5519&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2116838,"bill_number":"HB5494","title":"Authorizing county commissions to impose a county-wide emergency services fee on hotel stays.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize county commissions to impose a county-wide emergency services fee on hotel stays, not to exceed $5 per night, to provide dedicated funding for emergency medical services, fire protection, law enforcement, and 911 operations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5494/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5494&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2116841,"bill_number":"SB940","title":"Establishing early detection cancer screening pilot program for active and retired firefighters","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an early detection cancer screening pilot program for active and retired firefighters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-13","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-13","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB940/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=940&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2116843,"bill_number":"SR39","title":"Recognizing WV Area Health Education Centers for outstanding contributions to WV","description":"Recognizing WV Area Health Education Centers for outstanding contributions to WV","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR39/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=39&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2116850,"bill_number":"HB5484","title":"Creating the crime of conspiracy to deny medical treatment to victim of sexual offense","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the crime of conspiracy to deny a victim of sexual exploitation, assault or abuse access to licensed medical care.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5484/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5484&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2117229,"bill_number":"HB5622","title":"Amendments to city charters.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify city charters.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5622/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5622&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2117230,"bill_number":"HB5587","title":"To authorize cameras in school buses to send red light violators footage directly to the applicable law enforcement agency for ticketing and enforcement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to send the content of video cameras on school buses to law enforcement agencies when a driver illegally passes a school bus.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5587/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5587&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117232,"bill_number":"HB5596","title":"Revising the statute to add costs for misdemeanor and felony convictions to be deposited into the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to revise the statute to add costs for misdemeanor and felony convictions to be deposited into the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory Fund created in §15-2-24d of the code and for additional costs of $50 to be deposited into the fund upon conviction of any misdemeanor or felony where the resources of the West Virginia State Forensic Laboratory were utilized.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5596/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5596&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2117233,"bill_number":"HB5578","title":"To fund the Deputy Sheriff’s Retirement Fund from the DMV in the form of a 50-cent payment from every registration sold/renewed in the state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to take 50 cents from every vehicle registration sold, or renewed, or both, in West Virginia and use that money to fund the Deputy Sheriff's Retirement Fund.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5578/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5578&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2117235,"bill_number":"HB5623","title":"Youth Mental Health Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect children from conversion therapy, also known as sexual orientation change efforts or reparative therapy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5623/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5623&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2117236,"bill_number":"HB5550","title":"Relating to shelter for animals","description":"This bill shall be known as the West Virginia Safe Outdoor Dogs Act. The purpose of this bill is to provide added protection for animals exposed to extreme weather.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5550/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5550&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117238,"bill_number":"HB5631","title":"Relating to the Tobacco Products Excise Tax Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the Tobacco Products Excise Tax Act; repeal discounts on tax stamps; add a definition of \"Electronic smoking device\"; increase taxes on tobacco products; provide that 10 percent of the revenue collected be dedicated to the West Virginia Division of Tobacco Prevention; and repeal §11-17-4a and §11-17-4b.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5631/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5631&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2117239,"bill_number":"HB5604","title":"To recognize bullion as legal tender","description":"The purpose of this bill is to recognize bullion as legal tender.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5604/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5604&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117241,"bill_number":"HB5568","title":"Relating to the payment of services rendered in proceedings under Chapter 49","description":"The purpose of this bill is to promote the efficient and effective use of state funds allocated to the Department of Human Services by requiring there be a reasonable nexus between the actual work of the Department and the legal proceedings at issue before the Department can be court-ordered to pay for services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5568/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5568&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2117242,"bill_number":"HB5621","title":"Prosecutor FOIA Bill","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney is not a custodian of records and is exempt from the Freedom of Information Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5621/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5621&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2117244,"bill_number":"HB5597","title":"Revising the statute to add costs for misdemeanor and felony convictions to be deposited into the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require costs for misdemeanor and felony convictions to be deposited into the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5597/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5597&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Phil Mallow"},
{"bill_id":2117245,"bill_number":"HB5561","title":"Refer instances of election fraud to the attorney general for prosecution","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of State to refer potential election fraud to the Attorney General for prosecution instead of a county prosecuting attorney.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5561/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5561&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117247,"bill_number":"HB5583","title":"West Virginia Seal of Civic Literacy Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the West Virginia Seal of Civic Literacy Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5583/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5583&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Bell"},
{"bill_id":2117248,"bill_number":"HB5625","title":"Relating to the licensure of radon mitigators, testers, contractors, and laboratories","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify the requirements for the licensure of radon mitigators, testers, contractors, and laboratories.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"On 3rd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5625/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5625&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2117250,"bill_number":"HB5575","title":"West Virginia Special Olympics Program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend and reenact the budget act for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, by adding a new appropriation for the West Virginia Special Olympics Program; and to appropriate funds for statewide Special Olympics activities, county-level programming, and headquarters support","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5575/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5575&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elliott Pritt"},
{"bill_id":2117251,"bill_number":"HB5529","title":"Relating to performance-based contracting for child placing agencies","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the use of payment incentives and to establish a time frame for payments to child-placing agencies and to foster parents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5529/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5529&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2117253,"bill_number":"HB5544","title":"Creating deductions for contributions to Trump accounts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the deduction for contributions to Trump Accounts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5544/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5544&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117255,"bill_number":"HB5565","title":"Relating to creating the State Election Poll Clerk Reimbursement Fund Account for county poll clerks to receive a stipend of $100 per day for each day they work during early voting and/or election day for general elections.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the State Election Poll Clerk Reimbursement Fund Account for county poll clerks to receive a stipend of $100 per day for each day they work during early voting and/or election day for general elections.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5565/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5565&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2117257,"bill_number":"HB5546","title":"Requiring medical professionals to report injuries and side effects from vaccines to Bureau for Public Health","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require medical professionals to report to the Bureau for Public Health all injuries and side effects from vaccines. The bill provides for the Commissioner to acquire and hold certain land. The bill requires the Commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health to produce an annual report for the Legislature. The bill also requires medical professionals to receive periodic training relating to side effects from vaccines, and that the Commissioner make reports available to individuals and parents concerning adverse impact from vaccines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5546/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5546&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117259,"bill_number":"HB5590","title":"Create a limited and predictable water-quantity review framework for High Impact Data Centers (HIDCs) in West Virginia.","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to water quantity disclosure and review for high impact data centers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5590/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5590&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2117260,"bill_number":"HB5594","title":"Require all American flags offered for retail sale in the State be manufactured in the United States of America.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that all American flags sold for retail in the state are made in America.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5594/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5594&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2117263,"bill_number":"HB5547","title":"To Protect Newborn Genetic Privacy Rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the express consent of a parent or guardian to conduct a genetic screening of a newborn infant, to retain blood samples from the infant, and to retain and share results of the genetic screening of the infant.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5547/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5547&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117264,"bill_number":"HB5560","title":"To have retirment benefits of former law enforcement in the PERS to be exempt from state income taxes.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt PERS pensions for local law enforcement officers from state income taxes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5560/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5560&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2117266,"bill_number":"HB5569","title":"To reinstate the discount on insurance for retired firefighters hired after 2010","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reinstate the discount on Public Employees Insurance for retired firefighters hired after 2010.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5569/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5569&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Guy Ward"},
{"bill_id":2117267,"bill_number":"HB5605","title":"Relating to drug testing of legislators","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require legislators to annually pass a drug test to receive any compensation or expense reimbursement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5605/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5605&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2117269,"bill_number":"HB5602","title":"Provide a statutory mechanism allowing property owners of undeveloped or unimproved land located within municipal boundaries to petition for annexation of their property into the county.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a statutory mechanism allowing property owners of undeveloped or unimproved land located within municipal boundaries to petition for annexation of their property into the county.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5602/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5602&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117270,"bill_number":"HB5574","title":"Relating to the public service commission.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance transparency and accountability of the Public Service Commission, and to shift the duties of the commission towards a greater focus of assuring affordable utility rates; and to assure that it is held to the highest ethical standard in its decision-making process, including assuring impartiality by applying the State Code of Judicial Ethics to the Commission. The bill redefines what is deemed in the public interest by providing greater weight be given to affordability of electrical utility rates; requiring commissioners annual financial statements be published on the internet and to post bond upon appointment; and deleting and repealing outdated code provisions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5574/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5574&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Hansen"},
{"bill_id":2117272,"bill_number":"HB5627","title":"To provide for a $100 tax credit per election for service by an election official to West Virginia Personal income tax liabilities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for a $100 tax credit per election for service by an election official to West Virginia Personal income tax liabilities. The tax credit shall not exceed $200 for any taxable year.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5627/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5627&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2117273,"bill_number":"HB5573","title":"Rural Medical Residency Program concentrating on obstetrics and gynecology for rural hospitals, can be funded from the Rural Health Inititive or other sources funded by the legislature.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Rural Medical Residency Program and to require the Rural Health Initiative to focus on certain medical care deserts such as obstetric and gynecological care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5573/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5573&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Denny Canterbury"},
{"bill_id":2117275,"bill_number":"HB5630","title":"Relating generally to providing notice for amendments to a zoning ordinance.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide notice for amendments to a zoning ordinance.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5630/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5630&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2117276,"bill_number":"HB5628","title":"Relating to mitigating the abrupt loss of child care assistance resulting from modest increases in family income","description":"The purpose of this bill is to mitigate the abrupt effect of termination of child care assistance to needy families caused by modest increases in family income.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5628/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5628&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2117278,"bill_number":"HB5551","title":"Protecting State Licensing and ID Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to safeguard state sovereignty and the citizens of the state by protecting non-REAL ID compliant licenses and identification cards.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5551/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5551&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117280,"bill_number":"HB5537","title":"Repealing obsolete and outdated sections of the Education code.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal obsolete and outdated sections of the Education code.This section is new; therefore,","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"Communicated to Senate","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5537/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5537&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Ellington"},
{"bill_id":2117281,"bill_number":"HB5530","title":"Relating to the composition of the Critical Incident Review Team","description":"The purpose of this bill is to move the Critical Incident Review Team from the Department of Human Services to the Office of Inspector General. The bill also modifies the composition of the Critical Incident Review Team.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5530/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5530&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2117283,"bill_number":"HB5600","title":"Adding representation of the West Virginia Fire Marshal’s office to the LEPS committee.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add representation of the Office of the State Fire Marshal to the LEPS committee.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5600/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5600&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2117284,"bill_number":"HB5586","title":"Relating to granting an across-the-board raise for all classroom teachers.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an across-the-board $5,000 pay raise for all classroom school teachers effective July 1, 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5586/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5586&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anitra Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2117287,"bill_number":"HB5589","title":"Relating to cooperation with federal immigration authorities.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal existing state law relating to requiring state law enforcement officers and employees to assist federal agencies in enforcement of federal immigration laws and prohibits these activities absent of a judicially approved warrant; establishes limitations on any enforcement agreements, places limits on participation with federal agents, establishes reporting requirements of any immigration enforcement related activities, and provides for disciplinary action for state employees who violate this act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5589/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5589&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Hollis Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2117288,"bill_number":"HB5601","title":"West Virginia Disaster Case Management Appropriation and Coordination Act","description":"West Virginia Disaster Case Management Appropriation and Coordination Act","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5601/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5601&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2117290,"bill_number":"HB5543","title":"Authorizing the State Treasurer to coordinate SMART529 program with federal Trump accounts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the State Treasurer to Coordinate SMART529 Program with federal Trump Accounts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5543/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5543&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117291,"bill_number":"HB5572","title":"Creating Vape and Smoke Shop Location and Operating Requirements Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to regulate locations, operating requirements, and property standards for smoke shops and vape shops, establishing safe advertising that does not appeal to minors, setting standards for inspections, fines for violations, and appeals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5572/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5572&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Carl Roop"},
{"bill_id":2117293,"bill_number":"HB5581","title":"Relating to newborn screening (Dawson’s Law)","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add infantile GM1 gangliosidosis to the list of newborn screening tests.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5581/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5581&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2117294,"bill_number":"HB5542","title":"Repeal WV Right to Work","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal West Virginia's right-to-work law and restore the ability of employees and labor organizations to enter into voluntary agreements that fairly allocate the costs of collective bargaining and representation by requiring union membership for employment where other similarly employed persons at that employer have elected to be represented by a union.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5542/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5542&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2117296,"bill_number":"HB5545","title":"Requiring county economic development committee members be state residents.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require that a minimum of half the members of county and municipal development authorities are West Virginia residents with at least six months of continuous West Virginia residency immediately preceding the appointment and residents of the county or municipality in which the development authority is situated.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5545/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5545&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2117298,"bill_number":"HB5619","title":"Display of National motto and Ten Commandments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the governing authority of any public property, public buildings and any building, designed, constructed and maintained with public funds from the state, a county or a municipality, if funds are available in certain circumstances, prominently display on the property or building, the American national motto, \"In God We Trust.\" And the Ten Commandments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5619/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5619&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2117300,"bill_number":"HB5555","title":"Modifying the process of mandatory reporting.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require reporting of sexual abuse, sexual assault, or physical abuse to local or county law enforcement agencies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"IntroduceJudiciary in House","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5555/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5555&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117301,"bill_number":"HB5617","title":"To allow authorized retailers, qualified as workforce training community centes, to retain a portion of consumer sales and use taxes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create West Virginia Job Training and Placement Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5617/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5617&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2117303,"bill_number":"HB5533","title":"West Virginia Federal Constitutional Authority Clarification Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reaffirm the constitutional sovereignty of the State of West Virginia; establish constitutional review and nullification mechanisms for unconstitutional judicial dictates; bind interpretive standards to the text, structure, and original public meaning of the state and federal constitutions; to declare certain federal judicial dictates outside their jurisdiction null within West Virginia; authorize legislative and executive review; create the Joint Committee on Constitutional Review; coordinate with the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee to suspend dependent executive rules on nullified federal dictates; to direct the Attorney General to defend state sovereignty; and create penalties for enforcement of unconstitutional judicial actions in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5533/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5533&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2117305,"bill_number":"HB5538","title":"To expand licensing opportunities and safety regulation in the esthetics industry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add the use of lasers, intense pulsed light (IPL) devices, microneedling, and radiofrequency treatments by aesthetics or esthetics; and define \"Master esthetics licensee\" as a person with 600 hours of specialized training.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5538/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5538&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117306,"bill_number":"HB5566","title":"To establish a centralized tax lien registry to improve tax collection efficiency, enhance transparency, support economic development, and reduce administrative burden.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a centralized tax lien registry to improve tax collection efficiency, enhance transparency, support economic development, and reduce administrative burden.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5566/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5566&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2117308,"bill_number":"HB5532","title":"Prohibiting counties from double-taxing rental properties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to lower rent for tenants.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5532/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5532&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117309,"bill_number":"HB5618","title":"Federal Court Decision Striking Down Certificate of Need Moratorium.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide an end date for the moratorium on the licensure of new opioid treatment programs which do not have a certificate of need.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5618/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5618&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2117311,"bill_number":"HB5570","title":"To exempt common carriers and contract carriers engaged in the business of transporting solid waste for commercial or industrial customers to disposal or recycling locations.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt common carriers and contract carriers engaged in the business of transporting solid waste for commercial or industrial customers to disposal or recycling locations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5570/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5570&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Andy Shamblin"},
{"bill_id":2117312,"bill_number":"HB5610","title":"Authorizing Monitoring Devices in Long-term Care Facilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize family members to install monitors at long-term care facilities to check on elderly or disabled family members who in many cases cannot speak for themselves; establishes requirements to assure privacy of other residents; establishes conditions for use of the monitors; and establishes misdemeanor penalties for interfering with the monitoring.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5610/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5610&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2117316,"bill_number":"HB5611","title":"Certified Microgrid Program","description":"The purpose of this bill to clarify the management of data centers in growth counties with majority karst hydrogeology.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5611/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5611&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117317,"bill_number":"HB5539","title":"West Virginia Coal Miners Employment Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a public or private employer to show hiring preference to unemployed coal miners.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5539/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5539&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Sean Hornbuckle"},
{"bill_id":2117319,"bill_number":"HB5536","title":"West Virginia Constitutional Authority Clarification Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the \"West Virginia Constitutional Authority Clarification Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5536/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5536&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2117320,"bill_number":"HB5535","title":"Relating to tow truck lighting","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit tow trucks, or wreckers to have one or more flashing or revolving blue lights in addition to the already allowed flashing or revolving yellow lights authorized by this chapter and by §17C-15-27 of this code. The bill provides that the blue light shall only be equipped on the rear of the vehicle and a tow truck may only operate with blue lights while the tow truck is stationary on the side of the road or highway while responding to a disabled vehicle, nor may a tow truck may not operate with blue lights at any time while in motion.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5535/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5535&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117322,"bill_number":"HB5552","title":"To require drones used by state and county personnel to be produced in the United States","description":"The purpose of this bill is create the Act to Prohibit the Purchase of Small Unmanned Aircrafts Manufactured or Assembled by a Covered Foreign Entity. The bill provides for definitions. The bill prohibits the purchase of small, unmanned aircraft from covered foreign entities. Finally, the bill provides for the drone replacement grant program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5552/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5552&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117323,"bill_number":"HB5557","title":"Require advertising materials be submitted with the initial public offering statement.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require advertising materials be submitted with the initial public offering statement.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5557/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5557&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117325,"bill_number":"HB5541","title":"Relating to the protection of personal information for elected officials","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that protection of personal information applies to elected officials.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5541/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5541&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117326,"bill_number":"HB5593","title":"Making ivermectin available over the counter in West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the sale, distribution or possession of ivermectin without a prescription.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5593/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5593&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2117328,"bill_number":"HB5577","title":"Strengthen school bullying laws.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to strengthen county board laws prohibiting harassment, intimidation or bullying.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5577/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5577&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2117330,"bill_number":"HB5556","title":"Creating an external reference pricing pilot program for prescription drugs.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Human Services to establishing an external reference pricing pilot program for prescription drugs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5556/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5556&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117332,"bill_number":"HB5567","title":"Biometric Information Privacy Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the biometric information privacy act. The bill regulates the retention, collection, disclosure, and destruction of biometric identifiers or biometric information.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5567/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5567&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117334,"bill_number":"HB5616","title":"Modifying years of service experience to include service personnel.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify years of service experience for service personnel.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5616/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5616&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2117335,"bill_number":"HB5588","title":"Establish a regulated framework for the medical use of psilocybin to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)","description":"The purpose of this bill is to adopt the Therapeutic Psilocybin Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5588/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5588&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2117337,"bill_number":"HB5612","title":"Relating to property valuations of properties located on the State Capitol Complex","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require each agency to designate properties that are unused or substantially underused and to remove the requirement to establish the market value for the property located on the State Capitol Complex.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5612/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5612&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2117338,"bill_number":"HB5549","title":"Requiring Governor’s consent to accept certain grants","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create Citizen and State Accountability Act. The bill authorizes departments, agencies, and officials of state or local government to apply for major and minor grant agreements. The bill establishes the requirements for applying for the grant agreements. The bill requires reports. The bill requires written consent for major grant requests by the Governor. The bill permits the Governor to prohibit the submission of a minor grant application or prohibit the acceptance of any such grant. The bill repeals all statutes that conflict with the Citizen and State Accountability Act. The bill defines terms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5549/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5549&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117340,"bill_number":"HB5591","title":"Relating to dispensing of ivermectin","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit pharmacists to dispense ivermectin to a person, without requiring a prescription.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5591/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5591&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2117341,"bill_number":"HB5606","title":"Establishing the “Stay in State” tax credit","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the \"Stay in State Tax Credit\" that allows residents of this state who remain in state after graduating with an undergraduate or associate degree from a state institution to be granted a tax credit for the total cost of tuition and interest for student loans used to obtain their degree. The bill provides this tax credit against personal income tax in West Virginia and is awarded over a 10-year period. The bill provides that employers are also allowed to claim the credit for employees that qualify for the credit. The bill provides that in-state high schools, colleges, and universities are required to inform and assist students with obtaining the tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5606/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5606&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2117344,"bill_number":"HB5564","title":"Relating to deputy sheriffs’ vacation time","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the amount of accrued vacation time that a deputy sheriff can carry forward from one calendar year to the next from 30 days to 60 days.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5564/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5564&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2117345,"bill_number":"HB5576","title":"Relating to Socially Necessary Services (SNS) Accountability and Streamlining Act","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to Socially Necessary Services (SNS) provider mileage reporting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5576/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5576&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2117347,"bill_number":"HB5603","title":"To fine and hold legally responsible land owners from out of state who neglect their land","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Out-of-state Landowner Dilapidated Property Accountability Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5603/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5603&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jordan Bridges"},
{"bill_id":2117348,"bill_number":"HB5562","title":"Relating to establishing a process for the Department of Highways to receive complaints from the public relating to public road hazards","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a reporting and monitoring system for dangerous highway conditions and to require the Division of Highways to track, report and address dangerous highway conditions; provides limited liability to the state for acts of negligence; and provides rulemaking authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5562/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5562&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Hollis Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2117350,"bill_number":"HB5582","title":"Extending program for drug screening of applicants for TANF","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the program for drug screening of applicants for TANF.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5582/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5582&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Geno Chiarelli"},
{"bill_id":2117351,"bill_number":"HB5620","title":"To restore local control in the decision making process in regard to data centers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to restore local control in the decision-making process regarding data centers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5620/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5620&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117353,"bill_number":"HB5540","title":"Relating to due process and rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to codify due process rights upon arrest.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5540/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5540&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kayla Young"},
{"bill_id":2117355,"bill_number":"HB5531","title":"Relating to leashed dogs and unmanned aerial vehicles for tracking or locating mortally wounded deer, elk, turkey, wild boar or bear","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify certain hunting and tracking requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5531/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5531&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2117356,"bill_number":"HB5632","title":"Relating to local permitting deadlines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the deadlines for permitting to ensure the petitioners have adequate time for review and approval by local administrators and eliminate conflicts with other legal notice requirements for the type of approvals required under chapter 8A.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5632/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5632&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2117358,"bill_number":"HB5607","title":"Expanding the amount of promise scholarship funds awarded to persons majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase PROMISE scholarships to persons majoring in STEM (Science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields to pay the full cost of tuition, room and board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5607/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5607&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2117359,"bill_number":"HB5615","title":"Relating to Teleheatlh","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove in person requirements prior to initial telemedicine services and set out the appropriate jurisdiction for documentation and confidentiality requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5615/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5615&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Larry Kump"},
{"bill_id":2117361,"bill_number":"HB5614","title":"Relating to the Truth in Giving Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Truth in Giving Act and to provide civil and criminal penalties for violations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5614/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5614&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2117362,"bill_number":"HB5579","title":"To waive the one-time $10 fee for a Veterans license plate to any first-time applicants who have an Honorable Discharge from any branch of the United States Military","description":"The purpose of this bill is to waive the one-time $10 fee for a Veterans license plate to any first-time applicants who have an Honorable Discharge from any branch of the armed services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5579/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5579&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2117364,"bill_number":"HB5548","title":"Stop Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Deep Fake Media Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Stop Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Deep Fake Media Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5548/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5548&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117365,"bill_number":"HB5598","title":"To increase state sales tax to 8% and abolish personal income tax.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise the consumer sales and use tax to eight percent and repeal all personal income tax in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5598/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5598&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Michael Amos"},
{"bill_id":2117368,"bill_number":"HB5595","title":"Eliminating property tax payments for fully disabled veterans.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide personal property tax exemptions for any personal property belonging to fully disabled veterans.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5595/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5595&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2117369,"bill_number":"HB5585","title":"Relating to authorizing the use of Revenue Shortfall Reserve Funds for public health emergencies.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the use of Revenue Shortfall Reserve Funds for public health emergencies and to designate several counties' struggling Public Service Districts and water boards as public health emergencies and therefore eligible for appropriation from the Revenue Shortfall Reserve Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5585/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5585&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anitra Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2117371,"bill_number":"HB5609","title":"Relating to Good Samaritan Food Donation Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the Good Samaritan Food Donation Act to include tax incentives for retail food distributors who make wholesome and fit grocery products available for nonprofit organizations who will distribute the food to individuals and families in need.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5609/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5609&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2117373,"bill_number":"HB5571","title":"To provide a pay equity salary adjustment for non-uniformed employees of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a pay equity salary adjustment for non-uniformed employees of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5571/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5571&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Paul Hott"},
{"bill_id":2117375,"bill_number":"HB5592","title":"Ivermectin over the counter","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the sale, distribution or possession of ivermectin without a prescription.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5592/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5592&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kathie Crouse"},
{"bill_id":2117376,"bill_number":"HB5599","title":"To make the possession of fentanyl a felony offense","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make possession of fentanyl a felony.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5599/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5599&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2117378,"bill_number":"HB5629","title":"Relating generally to the West Virginia Uniform Unclaimed Property Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the West Virginia Uniform Unclaimed Property Act.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5629/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5629&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Flanigan"},
{"bill_id":2117380,"bill_number":"HB5613","title":"Relating to authorizing the Fleet Management Division to use telematics","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the Fleet Management Division to adopt the use of telematic systems in all state-owned vehicles and remove antiquated language referencing a one-time audit.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5613/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5613&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2117381,"bill_number":"HB5580","title":"Relating to liability of the local emergency telephone systems.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide immunity for local emergency telephone systems for referral to the national mental health hotline known as \"988\" and removing acts gross negligence from immunity protection.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5580/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5580&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Hollis Lewis"},
{"bill_id":2117383,"bill_number":"HB5558","title":"To create the West Virginia Child Investment Account Matching Program.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to shall establish and administer a program to provide a one-time matching contribution to the Trump Account of each eligible child born in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5558/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5558&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117384,"bill_number":"HB5584","title":"Relating to require county school boards to provide one day in-service training to prepare county employees for annual competency tests.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county school boards to provide one day in-service training to prepare county employees for annual competency tests.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5584/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5584&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anitra Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2117386,"bill_number":"HB5624","title":"Relating to asbestos abatement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove requirements relating to resilient floor covering workers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5624/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5624&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Evan Worrell"},
{"bill_id":2117387,"bill_number":"HB5553","title":"Relating to participation in federal prescription drug pricing programs.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit PEIA and the Department of Human Services to participate in federal prescription drug pricing programs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5553/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5553&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117389,"bill_number":"HB5608","title":"Prohibiting use of a person’s credit history in certain insurance transactions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of a person's credit history in certain insurance transactions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5608/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5608&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2117390,"bill_number":"HB5554","title":"To modify the building fund for state parties.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow higher contributions to a political party's headquarters.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5554/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5554&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117392,"bill_number":"HR14","title":"Honoring the life and public service of the Honorable Timothy P. Armstead.","description":"Honoring the life and public service of the Honorable Timothy P. Armstead.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR14/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=14&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2117393,"bill_number":"HB5534","title":"To reduce all titled vehicle personal property taxation values, except for mobile homes, from a Class IV assessment valuation to a Class II","description":"The purpose of this bill is to reduce all titled vehicle personal property taxation values, except for mobile homes, from a class iv assessment valuation to a class ii.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5534/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5534&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117395,"bill_number":"HB5626","title":"Relating to establishing rates for and recovering costs of by public utilities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish rates for and recovering costs of by public utilities, provide for the elective submission of future test year data in certain utility reports, and require the commission to rely on certain submitted data in rate cases.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5626/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5626&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2117396,"bill_number":"HB5563","title":"To create the West Virginia Timely Transplant Referral and Coordination Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Timely Transplant Referral and Veteran Care Coordination Act.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5563/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5563&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2117398,"bill_number":"HB5559","title":"To facilitate interstate practice of Regulated Social Workers by improving public access to competent Social Work Services.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to adopt the Interstate Compact on Social Work Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5559/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5559&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tristan Leavitt"},
{"bill_id":2117413,"bill_number":"SB954","title":"Relating to health insurance for living organ donors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the denial, cancellation, or other discrimination in policies of life insurance, sickness, disability, or long-term care insurance due to the status of the insured as a living organ donor.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB954/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=954&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2117419,"bill_number":"SB959","title":"Closing Parent Education Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to close the Parent Education Fund and redirect the remaining balance, certain fees, and civil penalties to the Family Court Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB959/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=959&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2117432,"bill_number":"SB953","title":"Relating to disaffiliation from religious denominations while retaining property","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide provisions for the disaffiliation from religious denominations and the retention and division of property upon disaffiliation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB953/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=953&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2117439,"bill_number":"SB951","title":"Closing Parent Education and Mediation Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to close the Parent Education and Mediation Fund and redirect its funds to the Family Court Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB951/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=951&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2117450,"bill_number":"SB958","title":"Closing Enforcement of Guardianship and Conservatorship Act Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to close the Enforcement of Guardianship and Conservatorship Act Fund and redirect the remaining balance and certain filing fees to the Court Security Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB958/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=958&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2117460,"bill_number":"SB946","title":"Relating to hospital facility fee oversight","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the charging of facility fees, to provide for penalties and to require reporting.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB946/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=946&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2117471,"bill_number":"SB950","title":"Relating to mileage and expenses of judges","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal W. Va. Code §6-7-5 providing for mileage and expenses of judges.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB950/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=950&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2117482,"bill_number":"SB944","title":"Expanding categories of eligible federal law-enforcement officers authorized to enforce state laws","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the categories of eligible federal law-enforcement officers authorized to enforce the laws of this state under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB944/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=944&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2117491,"bill_number":"SB957","title":"Relating to minimum number of council members for certain municipalities","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for Class IV towns and villages to have fewer council members.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB957/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=957&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2117502,"bill_number":"SB956","title":"Authorizing physician assistants to own business","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow physician assistants to own a practice.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB956/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=956&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2117516,"bill_number":"SB955","title":"Relating to hotel occupancy tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the definition of \"hotel\" to include campground sites and to provide the county commission the authority to authorize campground site for the purpose of collecting hotel occupancy tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB955/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=955&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2117525,"bill_number":"SB949","title":"Creating Uniform Assignment for Benefit of Creditors Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Uniform Assignment for Benefit of Creditors Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB949/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=949&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2117537,"bill_number":"SR43","title":"Designating February 17, 2026, as Local Food and Farm Day","description":"Designating February 17, 2026, as Local Food and Farm Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR43/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=43&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2117548,"bill_number":"SB947","title":"Providing birth certificate copies to homeless individuals under 18","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide birth certificates to homeless individuals under the age of 18.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB947/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=947&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2117554,"bill_number":"SB948","title":"Allowing firearms on Capitol Complex with exceptions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to change West Virginia code to allow for the carry of a firearm or deadly weapon on the Capitol grounds and surrounding streets and sidewalks that border the capitol complex and the carrying of a firearm in the Capitol Building with certain exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-16","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB948/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=948&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2117569,"bill_number":"SB952","title":"Transferring Court Security Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer the administration of the Court Security Fund from the Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety to the Supreme Court of Appeals; modify composition of the Court Security Board; and to eliminate legislative rulemaking requirements.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB952/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=952&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2117575,"bill_number":"SR44","title":"Recognizing St. Joseph Central Catholic High School Fighting Irish Boys Soccer Team for winning State Championship title","description":"Recognizing St. Joseph Central Catholic High School Fighting Irish Boys Soccer Team for winning State Championship title","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR44/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=44&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Woelfel"},
{"bill_id":2117581,"bill_number":"SB945","title":"Permitting Adjutant General to pay employees during federal government shutdown or furlough","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the Adjutant General to pay employees during a federal government shutdown or furlough.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-17","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB945/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=945&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2117920,"bill_number":"HB5670","title":"Relating to cruelty to animals","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the statute relating to cruelty to animals. The bill provides definitions of \"food\", \"water\", \"shelter\", and \"treatment\". It provides specifics for tethering an animal. The bill includes for seizure of an animal for violations in addition to increasing criminal penalties. Finally, the bill provides that a person in violation of this statute for a second time shall be added to a state-wide, publicly available, do not adopt or sell registry.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5670/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5670&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Williams"},
{"bill_id":2117921,"bill_number":"HB5677","title":"To create the Career Pipeline for Coalfield Counties Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Coalfield Career Pipeline Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5677/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5677&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2117922,"bill_number":"HB5660","title":"Updates to obtaining a license to carry deadly weapons statute","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update the period for obtaining a license to carry deadly weapons.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5660/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5660&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tresa Howell"},
{"bill_id":2117924,"bill_number":"SB977","title":"Creating benefit for duty-related partial disability","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow for partial disability benefits under the Emergency Medical Services Retirement System.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB977/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=977&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2117925,"bill_number":"HR16","title":"Victims of Communism Memorial Day","description":"Victims of Communism Memorial Day","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR16/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=16&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Elias Coop-Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":2117928,"bill_number":"HB5654","title":"Exempting West Virginia DNR officers from having to pay income tax on retirement.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt retirement benefits received by Natural Resources Police Officers from West Virginia personal income tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5654/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5654&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Pinson"},
{"bill_id":2117929,"bill_number":"HB5634","title":"To create the Last-Mile Broadband for Coalfield Counties Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Last-Mile Broadband for Coalfield Counties Act to provide for coalfield broadband expansion.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5634/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5634&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2117935,"bill_number":"HB5671","title":"Increasing the minimum wage based upon increases in the consumer price index","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the minimum wage based upon increases in the consumer price index.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5671/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5671&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Williams"},
{"bill_id":2117936,"bill_number":"HB5644","title":"To establish provisions regarding student immigration status and nationality in WV public educational institutions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish provisions regarding student immigration status and nationality in West Virginia public educational institutions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5644/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5644&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2117937,"bill_number":"SB974","title":"Clarifying Attorney General oversight of political subdivision's hiring of private attorneys","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the oversight by the Attorney General of a political subdivision's hiring of a private attorney under a contingency fee legal arrangement or contract to sue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB974/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=974&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Zachery Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2117940,"bill_number":"SB962","title":"Requiring high school students to pass US citizenship exam","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require all West Virginia high school students to pass a civics examination and the United States Naturalization Examination and other tests as a prerequisite for graduation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB962/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=962&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2117943,"bill_number":"SB978","title":"Authorizing certain municipalities to become members of Municipal Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow municipalities with police officers or firefighters currently participating in the Emergency Medical Services Retirement Plan to elect to become members of the Municipal Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement System.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB978/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=978&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Tarr"},
{"bill_id":2117944,"bill_number":"HB5661","title":"Increasing Medicaid dental provider reimbursement rates.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase Medicaid dental provider reimbursement rates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5661/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5661&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jarred Cannon"},
{"bill_id":2117948,"bill_number":"SB976","title":"Authorizing optional use of county-wide voting centers on election day","description":"This bill authorizes optional use of countywide voting centers on election day and establishes related notice, administrative, and rulemaking provisions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB976/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=976&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2117953,"bill_number":"HB5678","title":"To provide amendments to the Build WV Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to replace the Build WV project cost with a cap on new tax credit liability. The bill clarifies that the cost cap applies only to new project approvals; allows credit for smaller projects in rural areas; requires periodic review and adjustment to reflect demand and usage; and establishes a Build WV credit reserve fund adjusted annually.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5678/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5678&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2117956,"bill_number":"HB5636","title":"Providing solutions for Child Welfare Payment System Challenges","description":"The purpose of this bill is to improve the payment systems of Department of Human Services to ensure prompt payment through the Child Welfare Payment System for socially necessary service providers contracted to provide services through contracts with the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5636/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5636&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2117957,"bill_number":"HB5647","title":"Relating to creating the Open and Equal Opportunities in Student Activities Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit students instructed at home, by a private tutor or enrolled in a private, parochial or church school or a school operated by a religious order, who do not attend a school that is a member of the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission to participate in extracurricular athletic or other extracurricular activities at a school that is a member of the commission.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5647/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5647&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Eric Brooks"},
{"bill_id":2117958,"bill_number":"SB966","title":"Changing requirements for home school instruction","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove all requirements for parents' certifications and remove all requirements regarding curriculum that includes the same subject areas as public schools.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Removed from calendar by Rules Committee","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB966/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=966&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2117960,"bill_number":"HB5642","title":"To create the West Virginia Water and Wastewater Utility Sustainabilty Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the State Utility Accountability and Improvement Program to proactively identify and assist struggling water and wastewater utilities; establish the State Utility Management Corps within the Water Development Authority; provide for expedited Public Service Commission proceedings through a Priority Utility Docket; establish a rate case appeal mechanism for conservator utilities; create a clear tier reclassification and de-escalation pathway; provide for phased program implementation; expand the Distressed Utilities Account from $5 million to $15 million; coordinate annual utility assessments between the team and the commission; clarify the relationship between conservatorship and existing receivership authority; protect existing bond covenants during conservatorship; require training for public service district board members; authorize the Water Development Authority to house and support the team; establish transparency and accountability requirements; and declare an emergency.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5642/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5642&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2117961,"bill_number":"HB5665","title":"Change to House rule 49 regarding members present, time and recording.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the House and Senate Clerk record all roll call votes in the journal on all questions pertaining to a direct personal or pecuniary interest when more than one-third of the members present vote by voting machine.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5665/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5665&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2117966,"bill_number":"HB5655","title":"Water and Wastewater operator education and experience requirements for certification.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the experience requirements of water and wastewater operators.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5655/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5655&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2117969,"bill_number":"HB5633","title":"Relating to extending the expiration date on a pilot program administered by the Herbert Henderson Office on Minority Affairs to promote public health through comprehensive community development.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to extend the expiration date on a pilot administered by the Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs to promote public health through comprehensive community development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5633/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5633&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Pushkin"},
{"bill_id":2117972,"bill_number":"SB973","title":"Creating crime of property disposal for purposes of avoiding debt or asset repayment","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a crime of disposing or attempting to dispose of property to another party with the intention of preventing liability from the payment of debts, fines, or other fees without the knowledge or acceptance of that property by another party.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB973/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=973&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2117974,"bill_number":"SB963","title":"Protecting due process in firearm confiscation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a full adversarial hearing before a court of record before a respondent may be prohibited from possessing any firearm or ammunition, under mandatory provisions in protective order and then only by clear and convincing evidence. The bill also provides for automatic appeal by respondent.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"Motion to take from the table rejected (Roll No. 410)","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB963/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=963&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2117976,"bill_number":"SB969","title":"Providing county boards of education option to obtain certain alternate professional or other liability insurance coverage","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide county boards of education with the option of seeking insurance coverage from licensed insurance carriers, in addition to the State Board of Risk and Insurance Management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Banking and Insurance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Banking and Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB969/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=969&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2117984,"bill_number":"SB971","title":"Providing fire safety requirements for agritourism businesses","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide reasonable minimum safety standards for fully enclosed buildings participating in the state's agritourism program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB971/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=971&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2117985,"bill_number":"HB5651","title":"Microbusiness Support & Simplification Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a statewide microbusiness support and simplification program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5651/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5651&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2117988,"bill_number":"HB5673","title":"Creating a statutory right to petition circuit and family courts for sibling visitation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a statutory right for siblings to petition a circuit or family court for visitation with their minor child siblings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5673/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5673&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Williams"},
{"bill_id":2117991,"bill_number":"SB965","title":"Providing protection of personal information of certain attorneys","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the personal information of protected individuals. The bill provides for the protection of the personal information of district attorneys, assistant district attorneys, and district attorney investigators. The bill provides for records of the office of the Secretary of State. The bill provides for an effective date. Finally, the bill provides for related matters.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB965/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=965&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2117993,"bill_number":"HB5676","title":"Relating to Forced Pooling and negotiating with unleased owners.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include a mineral owner or investor on the Oil and Gas Conservation Committee and to clarify what constitutes a reasonable voluntary pooling offer.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5676/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5676&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2117994,"bill_number":"HB5641","title":"To require state, county, municipal, and government-controlled entities to provide timely, public financial transparency through the West Virginia Checkbook system or a substantially similar public transparency platform","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create mandatory public financial transparency for governmental entities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5641/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5641&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2117996,"bill_number":"HJR41","title":"Amending section 22 of article VI thereof, relating to amending the annual 60-day regular session provisions to provide every other year for a 30-day session for the sole purpose of passing a state budget, and every other year a 60-day general law session in which any legislation may be considered","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the constitution to save the state taxpayers by shorting the length of every other session from 60 days to 30 days.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR41/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=41&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2117998,"bill_number":"HB5681","title":"Relating to empowering qualified certified nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives to prescribe, administer, and dispense prescriptions drugs without a collaborating physician.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to empower qualified certified nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives to prescribe, administer, and dispense prescriptions drugs without a collaborating physician.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Markup Discussion","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5681/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5681&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lisa White"},
{"bill_id":2118002,"bill_number":"HB5680","title":"Relating to establishing a comprehensive regulatory sunset and zero-based review system.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a comprehensive regulatory sunset and zero-based review system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5680/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5680&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2118005,"bill_number":"HB5639","title":"To address when district and gender designated seats cannot be filled during elections or when vacancies occur","description":"The purpose of this bill is to address when district and gender designated seats cannot be filled during elections or when vacancies occur.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5639/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5639&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2118007,"bill_number":"HJR39","title":"To modify the makeup of the State Board of Education","description":"The purpose of this amendment is to provide for the election of five members of the West Virginia Board of Education, in a manner provided by law, and to provide for rulemaking by the Legislature.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR39/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=39&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2118008,"bill_number":"HCR19","title":"Resolution for Convention of States on Federal Fiscal Responsibility Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to apply to and urge Congress call a convention of the states, under the authority reserved to the states in Article V of the United States Constitution, limited to proposing Amendments to the Constitution of the United States to create fiscal responsibility by and within the federal government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR19/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=19&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Ridenour"},
{"bill_id":2118010,"bill_number":"HB5672","title":"Relating to collecting a tax from all manufacturers and distributors of opioid drugs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to collect a state excise tax against opioid sales calculated at one cent for 100 pills multiplied by the number of overdose deaths in the most recent year based on Health Department's death certificates. The tax shall be used to fund addiction prevention and recovery from opioid use.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5672/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5672&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Williams"},
{"bill_id":2118018,"bill_number":"HR17","title":"Requesting and encouraging a full, complete, and transparent investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein files.","description":"Requesting and encouraging a full, complete, and transparent investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein files.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR17/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=17&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2118019,"bill_number":"HB5648","title":"Relating to the regulation and oversight of the provision of electricial power to consumers in this State","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow a more consumer-oriented approach to the setting of public utility rates by the Public Service Commission by prioritizing the interests of utility service customers; providing protections to certain disabled rate-payers; and authorizing cost-saving measures such as: the use of portable electrical generation devices without notification to electric utilities; establishing distributed power plant production systems; and authorizing the operation of certain power generation facilities under a subscriber model.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Motion to table motion to discharge from committee adopted (Roll No. 230)","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5648/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5648&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2118021,"bill_number":"HB5637","title":"Add weighted funding back into the school aid funding formula for students with unique learning needs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add weighted funding back into the formula for students with unique learning needs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5637/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5637&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2118024,"bill_number":"HB5662","title":"To extend hunting/fishing rights on private property, without a license, to grandchildren of the land owner","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow the children and grandchildren of a landowner in West Virginia to hunt and fish on such private land regardless of residency status without a permit or license, hunt and fish on their own land during open seasons in accordance with laws and rules so long as a valid photo ID is produced.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5662/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5662&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2118025,"bill_number":"HB5640","title":"To provide a tax sale process reform by creating two distinct legal tracks","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a tax sale process reform by creating two distinct legal tracks: Owner-occupied property (people actively living in the home) and Non-owner-occupied property (abandoned, rental, speculative, or non-primary residence).This distinction governs notice, redemption, and post-sale remedies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5640/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5640&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2118030,"bill_number":"HB5659","title":"Relating to the development and implementation of a comprehensive model for the estimation of child care costs to be used in determining child care subsidy reimbursement rates.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to specify requirements for the development of an accurate cost estimation model for the costs of child care in West Virginia, with consideration for program types, age of children served, geographic region, and other factors affecting the delivery of quality child care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5659/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5659&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2118032,"bill_number":"SB964","title":"Creating volunteer board to review and rate library books","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the safe library books for kids committee.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB964/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=964&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2118033,"bill_number":"HB5666","title":"Edit the phrase at top of state-issued driver’s licenses and IDs from “Not for REAL ID Purposes” to “Authorized for all West Virginia State ID Purposes.”","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require a West Virginia issued driver's license to contain language indicating that the license is authorized for all ID purposes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5666/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5666&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2118034,"bill_number":"SB967","title":"Removing provisions that transformers do not apply to aboveground storage tanks","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the provisions that transformers do not apply to above ground storage tanks.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB967/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=967&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2118036,"bill_number":"HB5657","title":"Electric Choice and Competition Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Electric Choice and Competition Act, permitting retail competition for the purchase and sale of electric power for certain non-residential retail customers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5657/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5657&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2118040,"bill_number":"HB5656","title":"Relating to additional compensation of clerk of the county commission for additional duties.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide supplemental compensation to county clerks for expanded election duties, including municipal election oversight, cybersecurity compliance, federal reporting, and election administration responsibilities transferred from circuit clerks.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5656/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5656&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jonathan Kyle"},
{"bill_id":2118041,"bill_number":"SB960","title":"Adjusting liquor license requirements for certain private events","description":"The purpose of this bill is to adjust the requirements for a private wedding venue or barn for purposes of certain liquor licenses for events.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB960/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=960&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2118043,"bill_number":"SB972","title":"Relating to education placements during child abuse and neglect investigations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish Raylee's law which temporarily prohibits authorization of home instruction education placement if there is a pending child abuse or neglect investigation against a custodial parent of guardian.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"Motion to table previous motion adopted (Roll No. 270)","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB972/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=972&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2118049,"bill_number":"HB5663","title":"Regarding venue for legal actions against the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify where legal actions involving the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission shall be filed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5663/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5663&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Campbell"},
{"bill_id":2118052,"bill_number":"HB5658","title":"Compassionate Access to Medical Cannabis Act or Ryan’s Law.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Compassionate Access to Medical Cannabis Act.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5658/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5658&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Anders"},
{"bill_id":2118053,"bill_number":"HB4001","title":"Creating TEAM-WV Corporation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create TEAM-WV.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB4001/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4001&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Clay Riley"},
{"bill_id":2118056,"bill_number":"HB5675","title":"WV Reshoring Manufacturing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to encourage West Virginia businesses to replace foreign-manufactured goods with goods manufactured in West Virginia through performance-based, time-limited tax incentives that support sustained in-state production, workforce expansion, and long-term economic growth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5675/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5675&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2118059,"bill_number":"SB961","title":"Relating to rule-making policies","description":"The purpose of this bill is that for every one new regulation issued, at least two prior regulations be identified for elimination.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB961/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=961&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2118060,"bill_number":"HB5664","title":"To create the West Virginia Cares Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the creation of the West Virginia CARES Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5664/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5664&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2118065,"bill_number":"HB5679","title":"To modify county school boards and county boards of directors","description":"The purpose of this bill is to modify school boards and county boards of directors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5679/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5679&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2118067,"bill_number":"HJR40","title":"Relating to the legislative powers held by the people of the state and the Legislature.","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to amend the state Constitution to give the people the powers of initiative and referendum. The resolution sets forth its scope, limitations, and exceptions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR40/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=40&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2118068,"bill_number":"HB5645","title":"Relating to Medicaid program integrity and work requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide work requirements to receive certain benefits and prevent illegal aliens from receiving food stamps or Medicaid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5645/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5645&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Adam Burkhammer"},
{"bill_id":2118069,"bill_number":"HB5643","title":"Allowing an LEA or public charter school to enroll, or refuse to enroll, a student who is unlawfully present in the United States","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit public schools and public charter schools to refuse to enroll a student who is unlawfully present in the United States.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5643/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5643&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"},
{"bill_id":2118071,"bill_number":"HB5668","title":"Establishing the Central West Virginia Economic Development and Rural Revitalization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create The Central West Virginia Economic Development and Rural Revitalization Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5668/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5668&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Lori Dittman"},
{"bill_id":2118075,"bill_number":"SB968","title":"Clarifying registration and purchaser requirements for tax-abandoned land auctions","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify purchaser requirements for tax abandoned land auctions by the Auditor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB968/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=968&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2118077,"bill_number":"HR15","title":"Expressing support for I-68 Energy Manufacturing Corridor","description":"Expressing support for I-68 Energy Manufacturing AI Corridor","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR15/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=15&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Guy Ward"},
{"bill_id":2118081,"bill_number":"HB5649","title":"Relating to confidentiality of certain records pertaining to adults and facility residents","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify permissible disclosures of confidential records to certain governmental entities and to set forth a procedure for the limited disclosure and use of confidential records in administrative hearings.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5649/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5649&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2118085,"bill_number":"HCR20","title":"Designating the City of Gary water and wastewater systems for emergency intervention under the State Utility Accountability and Improvement Program.","description":"Designating the City of Gary water and wastewater systems for emergency intervention under the State Utility Accountability and Improvement Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR20/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=20&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"David Green"},
{"bill_id":2118086,"bill_number":"SB975","title":"Excluding county reimbursement for any inmate declared incompetent to stand trial","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to county reimbursement for housing and maintaining inmates; and excludes county reimbursement for any inmate declared incompetent to stand trial.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB975/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=975&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2118089,"bill_number":"HB5635","title":"To create the Coalfield Housing Revitalization Tax Credit Act.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a tax credit for rehabilitation of vacant or dilapidated residential properties in coalfield counties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5635/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5635&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2118090,"bill_number":"HB5653","title":"To confirm the confidentiality of internal audit and other manuals, training materials, guidelines, thresholds, and procedures.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to confirm the confidentiality of internal audit and other manuals, training materials, guidelines, thresholds, and procedures.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5653/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5653&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Walter Hall"},
{"bill_id":2118095,"bill_number":"HB5638","title":"Relating to the requirements of the state’s cyber security program and responsibilities and authority of the state chief information security officer","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the authority and responsibilities of the state chief information security officer and outline the process for cybersecurity program reviews.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5638/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5638&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Daniel Linville"},
{"bill_id":2118096,"bill_number":"HB5646","title":"To jumpstart the state’s State Resiliency and Flood Protection Act to allow the Resiliency Office to begin the work of assisting areas of the state prone to flooding, to undertake actions to reduce or prevent future flooding.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to jumpstart the state's State Resiliency and Flood Protection Act to allow the Resiliency Office to begin the work off assisting areas of the state prone to flooding to undertake actions to reduce or prevent future flooding.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5646/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5646&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2118097,"bill_number":"HB5669","title":"Prohibiting the home schooling of children in certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish Raylee's law which temporarily prohibits authorization of home instruction if there is a pending child abuse or neglect investigation against a custodial parent of guardian.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"On 2nd reading, House Calendar","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5669/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5669&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Shawn Fluharty"},
{"bill_id":2118101,"bill_number":"SB970","title":"Exempting volunteer fire departments from raffle regulations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to exempt volunteer fire departments and part time volunteer fire departments from regulations relating to the raffle and online raffle of vehicles.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB970/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=970&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2118102,"bill_number":"HB5667","title":"Directed Transfer from Water Development Authority and Department of Economic Development.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to direct money from the Division of Economic Development and the Water Development Authority to county commissions and the West Virginia Division of Highways.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Energy and Public Works","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Energy and Public Works","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5667/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5667&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2118104,"bill_number":"HB5650","title":"To allow for the practice of naturopathic medicine in this state.","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the practice of naturopathic medicine, and providing for conditions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5650/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5650&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Dean"},
{"bill_id":2118105,"bill_number":"HB5652","title":"Relating to the hotel occupancy tax","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the definition of \"hotel\" to include campground sites and to provide the county commission the authority to authorize campground site for the purpose of collecting hotel occupancy tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"House rejected (Roll No. 337)","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5652/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5652&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jim Butler"},
{"bill_id":2118265,"bill_number":"HB5674","title":"Prohibiting civil rights violations based on disability, gender identity or sexual orientation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to prohibit civil rights violations based on disability gender identity, or sexual orientation. The bill provides that evidence of constitutionally protected speech or associations is not admissible in criminal prosecutions except in certain situations. The bill provides for sentencing alternatives for persons convicted of violations. And, the amendments to this section are to be known as \"Angel's Law\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-17","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5674/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5674&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"John Williams"},
{"bill_id":2118756,"bill_number":"SB992","title":"Conducting study of vaccinated and unvaccinated pediatric populations","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of Health to conduct a study of vaccinated and unvaccinated pediatric populations and to set forth the parameters of that study.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB992/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=992&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2118761,"bill_number":"SB985","title":"Relating to registration and enforcement of kratom products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance registration and enforcement requirements for kratom products.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB985/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=985&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2118774,"bill_number":"SB990","title":"Creating WV ALS Care Services Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the ALS Care Services Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB990/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=990&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vince Deeds"},
{"bill_id":2118784,"bill_number":"SB979","title":"Requiring Division of Highways publish project bids on its website","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the requirement of the Commissioner of Highways to publish project bids in daily newspapers.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB979/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=979&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2118795,"bill_number":"SB983","title":"Creating State Tax Lien Registry","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a centralized tax lien registry to improve tax collection efficiency, enhance transparency, support economic development, and reduce administrative burden.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB983/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=983&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2118805,"bill_number":"SB987","title":"Prohibiting discrimination based upon gender identity or sexual orientation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add \"sexual orientation,\" \"gender identity\" and \"familial status\" to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act, prohibiting discrimination in employment and places of public accommodation. The bill adds \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity\" to the categories covered by the Fair Housing Act prohibiting discrimination in housing. The bill defines \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity\".","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB987/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=987&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Joey Garcia"},
{"bill_id":2118813,"bill_number":"SB981","title":"Imposing one-year moratorium on approval of certain public utility rate increases","description":"The purpose of this bill is to impose a one-year moratorium on approval of certain public utility rate increases.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"Removed from calendar by Rules Committee","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB981/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=981&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2118824,"bill_number":"SB986","title":"Relating to child torture and abused children","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the crime of child torture.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB986/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=986&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2118835,"bill_number":"SB991","title":"Codifying common law cause of action of public nuisance","description":"The purpose of this bill is to codify the common law cause of action of public nuisance in a manner consistent with its originally intended and historical applications.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB991/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=991&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Zachery Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2118847,"bill_number":"SB980","title":"Clarifying office of Prosecuting Attorney exemption from Freedom of Information Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney is not a custodian of records and is exempt from the Freedom of Information Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB980/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=980&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2118853,"bill_number":"SB982","title":"Creating Neighborhood Access Road Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Neighborhood Access Road Program.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB982/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=982&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2118869,"bill_number":"SB988","title":"Authorizing staffing recommendations and limits by Department of Education","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to staffing oversight and accountability for county boards of education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB988/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=988&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2118878,"bill_number":"SB984","title":"Clarifying that petition to restore firearms rights may include right to serve on jury","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the automatic restoration of civil rights for certain nonviolent first offenders.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB984/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=984&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2118884,"bill_number":"SB989","title":"Changing membership requirements of Medical Services Fund Advisory Council","description":"The purpose of this bill is to repeal the current children's health insurance advisory board; modify the membership of the Medical Services Fund Advisory Council to comply with 42 CFR §431.12; include the West Virginia Children's Health Insurance Program in the Medical Services Fund Advisory Council; and create the Medicaid Beneficiary Advisory Council per the requirements of 42 CFR §431.12.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-18","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-18","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB989/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=989&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2119778,"bill_number":"SB995","title":"Conducting oversight of Rural Health Transformation program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for Oversight of the Rural Health Transformation Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB995/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=995&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2119782,"bill_number":"SB993","title":"Providing requirements for midwife licensure","description":"The purpose of this bill is to license and regulate the practice of midwifery in this state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB993/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=993&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2119786,"bill_number":"SB1005","title":"Clarifying processes of royalty payments for wells in this state","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the method of reporting and payments from all oil and gas wells royalties. The bill provides the method of calculations and payment of royalties requiring auditing of information relating to leased premises, and transparency and monitoring of leased minerals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1005/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1005&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2119800,"bill_number":"SB1012","title":"Permitting development of juvenile inpatient substance use disorder treatment beds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit the development of juvenile treatment beds in Cabell County.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1012/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1012&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2119806,"bill_number":"SB994","title":"Relating to Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain mental health procedures","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the West Virginia physician/medical practitioner provider Medicaid enhancement board to examine the current reimbursement rates paid to outpatient psychiatry and psychology services provided in a licensed behavioral health center for outpatient psychotherapy, medication management, and interventional services, including psychiatric interview evaluations and psychotherapy with evaluation and management services for adults, families, and couples, and develop a proposal for increasing those reimbursement rates by no later than July 1, 2026.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB994/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=994&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2119820,"bill_number":"SB998","title":"Recruiting mental health professionals focusing on children and adolescents","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a student loan repayment program for mental health professionals focusing on children and adolescents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB998/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=998&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2119824,"bill_number":"SB1007","title":"Relating to voting in WV elections while residing overseas","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to voting in West Virginia elections while residing overseas.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1007/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1007&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2119836,"bill_number":"SB997","title":"Allowing certain hospital staff members to begin withdrawing from retirement benefits in certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow certain vested staff members participating in the Public Employees Retirement System employed by Hopemont Hospital, Jackie Withrow Hospital, John Manchin Sr. Health Care Center, and Lakin State Hospital to begin drawing their retirement annuity before the normal age of retirement.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB997/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=997&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2119841,"bill_number":"SB1000","title":"Regulating vape and smoke shop retailers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Alternative Nicotine Product Regulatory Act of 2026\" and the Alternative Nicotine Products Compliance Fund.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Health & Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1000/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1000&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2119851,"bill_number":"SB1003","title":"Creating regional pediatric mental health hubs","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a \"Home-First\" mental health framework and create Regional Pediatric Mental Health Hubs","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1003/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1003&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2119863,"bill_number":"HCR22","title":"Requesting Joint Committee study policies to accelerate the ordering and deployment of electric generation equipment necessary to ensure grid reliability, economic growth, and West Virginia’s energy production goals.","description":"Requesting Joint Committee study policies to accelerate the ordering and deployment of electric generation equipment necessary to ensure grid reliability, economic growth, and West Virginia’s energy production goals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR22/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=22&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2119872,"bill_number":"SB1008","title":"Relating to statute of limitations for asbestos and silica litigation","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the procedures for the handling of asbestos and silica litigation and to enhance the ability of the judicial system to manage such litigation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-25","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/25/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1008/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1008&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2119876,"bill_number":"SB999","title":"Third Amendment Reaffirmation and Protection Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Third Amendment Reaffirmation and Protection Act relating to active service members serving on juries.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB999/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=999&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2119891,"bill_number":"SB1009","title":"Providing immunity for those who work for Child Advocacy Centers while performing duties","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide immunity from civil action for persons who are acting in the official scope of the person's duties at a local specialized child's advocacy center based on a recommendation made or an opinion rendered in good faith.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1009/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1009&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2119897,"bill_number":"SB1002","title":"Allowing counties and municipalities to create special assessment districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow counties and municipalities to create special assessment districts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1002/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1002&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2119904,"bill_number":"SB1006","title":"Relating to fire and casualty insurance premium tax","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to providing equal share of funds from the fire and casualty premium tax to the departments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1006/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1006&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2119917,"bill_number":"HR18","title":"Recognize The West Virginia 82d Airborne winning chapter of the year on 8/9/2025","description":"Recognize The West Virginia 82d Airborne winning chapter of the year on 8/9/2025","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR18/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=18&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Jeff Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":2119928,"bill_number":"SB1010","title":"Limiting landowner liability for operation of all-terrain vehicles","description":"The purpose of this bill is to limit landowner liability when certain persons operate an all-terrain vehicle.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1010/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1010&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2119932,"bill_number":"HCR21","title":"Study resolution study the feasibility of providing property tax relief to primary residence when investments increase a county property tax base","description":"Study resolution study the feasibility of providing property tax relief to primary residence when investments increase a county property tax base","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR21/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=21&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2119944,"bill_number":"SB1004","title":"Adding voter approval requirement to close or consolidate schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to add a voter approval requirement to the required steps prior to a final decision to close or consolidate any school except in cases in which a construction bond issue was passed by the voters and the bond issue included the schools to be closed or consolidated.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1004/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1004&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2119953,"bill_number":"SB1013","title":"Allowing certain municipal plan participants to use accrued leave toward credited service upon retirement","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allowing municipal police and firefighters participating in municipal plans overseen by the Municipal Pensions Oversight Board to use accrued leave toward credited service upon retirement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1013/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1013&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2119963,"bill_number":"SB1014","title":"Increasing Medicaid dental provider reimbursement rates","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase Medicaid dental provider reimbursement rates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1014/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1014&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2119974,"bill_number":"SB996","title":"Creating Jennings Randolph Lake State Park and Teter Creek Lake State Park","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Jennings Randolph Lake State Park.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB996/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=996&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2119981,"bill_number":"SB1011","title":"Allowing volunteer fire departments to submit audit paperwork electronically","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow volunteer fire companies to submit audit paperwork electronically.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1011/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1011&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2119987,"bill_number":"SB1001","title":"Establishing WV Nuclear Lifecycle and Advanced Fuel Cycle Development Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the West Virginia Nuclear Lifecycle and Advanced Fuel Cycle Development Act authorizing enrichment, recycling, transportation, storage and related fuel cycle activities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-19","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-19","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1001/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1001&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2120964,"bill_number":"SB1034","title":"Increasing amount of funding counties receive for HOPE Scholarship enrollments","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide funding to county boards of education for certain students not enrolled in public schools in the county that either receive, or are eligible for but don't receive, a Hope Scholarship.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1034/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1034&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2120968,"bill_number":"SB1023","title":"Creating \"responsible recreation” special license plate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create a \"Responsible Recreation\" special license plate and establish a special revenue fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Transportation and Infrastructure","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Transportation and Infrastructure ","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1023/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1023&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2120976,"bill_number":"SB1016","title":"Creating Second Look Sentencing Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Second Look Sentencing Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1016/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1016&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2120978,"bill_number":"SB1028","title":"Relating to financial assistance available for prescription drug","description":"The purpose of this bill is to ensure financial or product assistance are available for a prescription drug.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1028/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1028&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2120989,"bill_number":"SB1036","title":"Creating Sustainable Child-Serving Workforce and Foster Care Modernization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Sustainable Child-Serving Workforce & Foster Care Modernization Act.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1036/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1036&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2120991,"bill_number":"HB5682","title":"Supplemental Appropriation to expire funds to surplus balance of General Revenue","description":"Supplemental Appropriation to expire funds to surplus balance of General Revenue","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-13","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/12/26","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5682/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5682&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2120995,"bill_number":"SB1035","title":"Relating to Judges' Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to amend the retirement system by suspending contribution of courts into judicial retirement system until certain condition met; providing that retirees under the post-2005 retirement system are to be treated as pre-2005 retirement system retirees; providing for actuarially reduced pension benefit for judges in certain circumstances; increasing surviving spouse plan benefit for certain judges; eliminating limitation on retirement benefit increases; and eliminating distinction between certain judges for purposes of calculating surviving spouse plan benefits, surviving dependent children plan benefits, and adjusted annual retirement benefit.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1035/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1035&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2121001,"bill_number":"SB1032","title":"Clarifying Office of Broadband coordinate with Consumer Protection Division on certain consumer complaints","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enhance the ability of the Office of Broadband to receive, transmit, and resolve consumer complaints relating to the safety, adequacy, and reliability of broadband service and providing a mechanism for consumer complaints that the terms and conditions of broadband service are unjust, unfair or unreasonable.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1032/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1032&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Craig Hart"},
{"bill_id":2121006,"bill_number":"SB1025","title":"Allowing CDL license renewal without medical retest under certain circumstances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish a 10-year grace period for reinstatement of commercial driving privileges when a commercial driver's license holder has failed to maintain a current medical examiner's certificate and to authorize reinstatement without retesting under certain conditions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1025/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1025&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2121014,"bill_number":"SB1024","title":"Allowing rescission or reversal of school closure decisions through July 15","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize recession or reversal of school closure decisions through July 15 and establish procedures for this decision.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1024/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1024&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2121018,"bill_number":"SB1027","title":"Modifying WV Invests Grant Program eligibility requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the High School Dual Enrollment Accessibility Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1027/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1027&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2121022,"bill_number":"SB1022","title":"Removing electrical transformers as exempted aboveground storage tanks","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove electrical transformers from the list of exempted aboveground storage tanks.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1022/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1022&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2121032,"bill_number":"SB1018","title":"Clarifying definition of “farm” or “farmland” for real property tax assessment purposes","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of farm for property tax assessment purposes to prevent disqualification of certain acreage in which other business activities not farming are performed.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Agriculture","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Agriculture","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1018/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1018&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2121034,"bill_number":"SB1030","title":"Creating Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to make decentralized unincorporated nonprofit associations a recognized legal entity in the state and create the Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1030/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1030&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2121039,"bill_number":"SB1020","title":"Allowing up to five educational leave days within definition of \"excused absence\"","description":"The purpose of this bill is to include up to five educational leave days within the definition of \"excused absence\" for school attendance purposes.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1020/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1020&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2121045,"bill_number":"SB1026","title":"Increasing criminal penalties and fines for disturbing religious worship","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the crime of disturbing a lawful meeting, establishing penalties.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1026/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1026&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2121046,"bill_number":"SB1017","title":"Establishing Charter School Direct Loan Program and Charter School Credit Enhancement Program","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Charter School Direct Loan Program and the Charter School Credit Enhancement Program within the West Virginia Economic Development Authority to support the growth of public charter schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1017/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1017&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2121057,"bill_number":"SB1033","title":"Clarifying powers and duties of Commissioner of Agriculture over state-owned land","description":"The purpose of this bill is to enable the West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture to transfer land owned by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture to other public bodies pursuant to §1-5-1 through to §1-5-5 of this code and deposit any proceeds from the transfer into the special revenue account established in §19-12A-6a of this code.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1033/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1033&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2121059,"bill_number":"SB1029","title":"Providing parents plain-language statements of immediate rights and ongoing rights","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide parents with plain language statements of their rights during a CPS investigation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1029/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1029&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2121069,"bill_number":"SCR4","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study security of WV elections","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study security of WV elections","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR4/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=4&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2121072,"bill_number":"SB1019","title":"Requiring coverage for medically necessary treatment for cleft lip and cleft palate","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require coverage for newly born children up to the age of 19 for medically necessary congenital anomalies of cleft lip and palate.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1019/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1019&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2121079,"bill_number":"SJR21","title":"Taxpayers' Bill of Rights Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to establish the Taxpayers' Bill of Rights, establishing a tax and expenditure limitation that provides that state government may not increase expenditures more than the growth of the population plus inflation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR21/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=21&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2121083,"bill_number":"SB1037","title":"Allowing death penalty for first degree murder during commission of sexual assault","description":"The purpose of this bill is to impose the death penalty on defendants convicted of first degree murder and first degree sexual abuse of a child in the same proceeding.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1037/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1037&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kevan Bartlett"},
{"bill_id":2121090,"bill_number":"SB1031","title":"Increasing cost of solid waste assessment fees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the county solid waste assessment fees by 50 cents per ton.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1031/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1031&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2121092,"bill_number":"SB1015","title":"Establishing Drainage Relief Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Drainage Remediation Fund and to provide a procedure to remedy drainage and obstruction matters which may degrade the state road system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1015/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1015&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Robbie Morris"},
{"bill_id":2121095,"bill_number":"SB1021","title":"Creating limited purpose ordinance procedure for municipal elections","description":"The purpose of this bill relates generally to municipal elections, and creates a limited-purpose ordinance procedure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-20","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1021/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1021&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jay Taylor"},
{"bill_id":2122057,"bill_number":"SB1044","title":"Requiring Board of Education to promulgate rule that sets forth common graduation requirements","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the West Virginia Board of Education to promulgate a rule that sets forth common graduation requirements for all students as well as additional requirements for the various graduation pathways which include an Academic (College-Preparatory) Pathway, a Workforce Pathway, a Career and Technical Education and Skilled Trades Pathway, and a Military Pathway.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1044/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1044&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2122058,"bill_number":"SR45","title":"Designating February 23, 2026, as WV American Academy of Pediatrics Child Health Advocacy Day","description":"Designating February 23, 2026, as WV American Academy of Pediatrics Child Health Advocacy Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR45/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=45&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2122059,"bill_number":"SB1050","title":"Creating WV Task Force on Election Integrity","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Task Force on Election Integrity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1050/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1050&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2122060,"bill_number":"SB1043","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Agriculture, fund 1401","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to increase an existing item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.A total of $3,000,000 increase in spending authority shall be used for operational expenses and for personal services and employee benefits.A total (up to) $1,000,000 increase in spending authority in the agricultural fees fund shall be used to purchase necessary software and program related expenses as indicated in SB985. The WV purchasing process and RFP cannot be completed until authorized in this bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-19","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1043/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1043&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2122061,"bill_number":"SB1039","title":"Expanding crime of indecent exposure to include biological males who undress in women's locker rooms","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand to the crime of indecent exposure to include biological males who undress in women's locker rooms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1039/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1039&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2122062,"bill_number":"SB1038","title":"Adjusting salaries for certain administrative law judges","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a 15 percent salary adjustment to Administrative Law Judge 1 and Administrative Law Judge 2 positions in WorkForce West Virginia Board of Review.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1038/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1038&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2122063,"bill_number":"SB1053","title":"Authorizing Unemployment Automation and Administration Fund to modernize and enhance WorkForce West Virginia","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize Unemployment Automation and Administration Fees on certain employers to support administration and automation efforts, subject to a cap on collections, suspension of the fee and rate reduction when the Unemployment Compensation Trust Fund balance falls below $300 million dollars, and sets forth disbursements for modernization of WorkForce West Virginia.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1053/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1053&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2122064,"bill_number":"SB1058","title":"Creating Economic Freedom Zones Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove barriers to voluntary exchange and entrepreneurship in distressed areas without creating preferential treatment for specific industries or firms.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1058/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1058&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2122065,"bill_number":"SB1056","title":"Increasing number of children allowable in family child care home","description":"The purpose of this bill is to increase the total number of children allowable for informal family child care.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1056/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1056&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2122066,"bill_number":"SB1048","title":"Transferring responsibility of school position eliminations to WV Board of Education","description":"The purpose of this bill is to transfer the responsibility for making determinations on eliminating school personnel positions due to lack of need for all county school districts from the county boards of those districts to the West Virginia Board of Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1048/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1048&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2122067,"bill_number":"SB1052","title":"Requiring county commissions approve certain purchase made with county fire levy moneys","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require county commissions to approve all purchases made by volunteer fire departments over $10,000 and made with county fire fee levy money.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1052/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1052&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2122068,"bill_number":"SB1047","title":"Establishing Community Well-Being, Recovery Housing, and Family Stabilization Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish the Community Well-Being, Recovery Housing, and Family Stabilization Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1047/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1047&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2122069,"bill_number":"SB1051","title":"Creating Charter School Revolving Loan Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the \"Charter School Revolving Loan Fund\" for the purpose of providing low-interest loans for public charter school facility projects with the loan repayments being recycled and deposited back into the fund to support future projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To School Choice","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"School Choice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1051/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1051&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2122070,"bill_number":"SB1059","title":"Relating to agreements between solid waste motor carriers and commercial customers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow agreements between solid waste motor carriers and their commercial customers that have a term of more than one year.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1059/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1059&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2122071,"bill_number":"SB1060","title":"Providing WV certified thoroughbred eligibility and increase restricted race caps","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide West Virginia certified Thoroughbred eligibility and increase West Virginia Restricted race caps.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1060/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1060&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2122072,"bill_number":"SB1054","title":"Creating Natural Organic Reduction Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish Natural Organic Reduction as a lawful method of disposition in West Virginia.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1054/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1054&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2122073,"bill_number":"SB1045","title":"Clarifying when service of process on limited liability corporation by Secretary of State is sufficient","description":"The purpose of this bill is to clarify when service of process on a limited liability company or corporation by the Secretary of State is sufficient.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1045/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1045&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2122074,"bill_number":"SJR22","title":"Authorizing Legislature to Eliminate Ad Valorem Tax on Business and Inventory Tangible Personal Property Amendment","description":"The purpose of this resolution is to permit the Legislature to repeal the business and inventory ad valorem tangible personal property tax and to require the Legislature create a mechanism to replace funding that counties receive from the business and inventory ad valorem tangible personal property tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SJR22/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=22&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2122075,"bill_number":"SB1046","title":"Increasing fines for first degree sexual assault","description":"The purpose of this bill is to raise the penalty for first degree sexual assault to life in prison.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1046/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1046&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Kevan Bartlett"},
{"bill_id":2122076,"bill_number":"SB1041","title":"Creating Energy Economic Load Dispatch Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Energy Economic Load Dispatch Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1041/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1041&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2122077,"bill_number":"SB1061","title":"Authorizing reassignment of school personnel in certain instances","description":"The purpose of this bill is to remove the prohibition against reassigning school personnel in certain instances after the last day of the second school month.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1061/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1061&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2122078,"bill_number":"SB1057","title":"Authorizing green burial and natural burial","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize green burials and natural burials.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1057/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1057&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2122079,"bill_number":"SB1042","title":"Relating to ventilation of underground mines","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide that ventilation of underground mines include that ventilation where coal is being cut, mined, drilled for blasting, or loaded be ventilated with a minimum quantity of 3,000 cubic feet of air per minute.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1042/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1042&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2122080,"bill_number":"SB1049","title":"Allowing retail liquor licensees to wholesale certain low-proof alcohol to class A and class B retailers","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow retail liquor licensees to distribute at wholesale ready to drink low-proof distilled alcohol products to Class A and Class B retailers regulated by §11-16-1 et seq. of the code.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1049/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1049&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2122081,"bill_number":"SB1055","title":"Conducting rate study for substance use disorder","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the Bureau of Medical Services to use a data informed methodology when reviewing reimbursement rates for substance use disorder services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1055/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1055&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2122082,"bill_number":"SB1040","title":"Creating WV Energy Freedom Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the West Virginia Energy Freedom Act related to power generation companies in the state.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Energy, Industry, and Mining","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Energy, Industry and Mining","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1040/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1040&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2122083,"bill_number":"SB1062","title":"Creating TEAM-WV","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create TEAM-WV.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-21","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-02-21","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1062/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1062&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2122123,"bill_number":"SR46","title":"Designating February 24, 2026, as WV Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation Day","description":"Designating February 24, 2026, as WV Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR46/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=46&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Charles Clements"},
{"bill_id":2122126,"bill_number":"SB1077","title":"Requiring vocational education agriculture programs be offered to all students","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect vocational education agriculture programs.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1077/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1077&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
{"bill_id":2122130,"bill_number":"SB1064","title":"Redefining \"long-term substitute\" as it relates to public school personnel","description":"The purpose of this bill is to redefine \"long-term substitute\" as it relates to public school personnel.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-04-01","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1064/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1064&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2122134,"bill_number":"SB1067","title":"Creating extended daycare program for elementary schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create an extended childcare program for elementary schools, supervised by adults who are paid by parents of the children.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1067/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1067&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2122139,"bill_number":"SB1066","title":"Protecting burial rights and lot ownerships for cemeteries and burial grounds","description":"The purpose of this bill is to protect burial rights and lot ownership by ensuring the continuity of responsibility for cemetery care, prevention, abandonment and evasion of cemetery obligations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1066/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1066&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2122143,"bill_number":"SB1068","title":"Permitting death penalty for murder of minors 16 years or younger","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide for the death penalty in limited circumstances. The bill provides for procedures and standards applicable thereto. Finally, procedures for carrying out the death sentence are established.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1068/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1068&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2122148,"bill_number":"SB1069","title":"Aligning Uniform Unclaimed Property Act with modern practices","description":"The purpose of this bill is to provide a low-lift statutory modernization aligning the West Virginia Uniform Unclaimed Property Act with emerging custodial practices for digital financial assets while preserving administrative flexibility.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Government Organization","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Government Organization","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1069/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1069&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2122154,"bill_number":"SB1065","title":"Reforming licenses related to sale of alcohol and nonintoxicating alcohol products","description":"The purpose of this bill is to simplify and consolidate WVABCA license structure and fees and provide licensees with additional services for no additional fee. Many licenses are eliminated but the purpose or activity is retained in a new license but with less overall licenses. Certain new privileges are granted with retail liquor outlets being permitted to sell stagnant liquor below cost, beer fees are included with wine, liquor, and private club type licenses; up to six beer floorplan extensions are free for every Class A retail dealer; persons purchasing barrels from a distillery, mini-distillery, or micro-distillery will be permitted to transport in excess of 10 gallons of liquor; distilleries, mini-distilleries, and micro-distilleries will be permitted to sell their manufactured liquor within their market zone or contiguous market zone; wine clubs may obtain a free license to operate wine tasting dinners in licensed premises; certain licensees get beer, wine, and craft cocktail growlers for no additional fee; certain licensees get beer, wine and liquor or craft cocktail growler delivery for no additional fee; and certain licensees get curbside delivery via an application order. Sales through drive-through windows are permitted already for no additional fee. Some eliminated items include: 24 licenses, additional beer license fees when selling beer for on-premises or off-premises sales of beer as wine or liquor licensee; the special markup for distilleries, mini-distilleries, and micro-distilleries; private cigar shop license; private multi-vendor fair and festival license; a transfer to the Tax Commissioner of wine proceeds; and prorated fees in certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1065/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1065&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2122157,"bill_number":"SB1076","title":"Authorizing municipalities to elect to participate in Municipal Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow municipalities not participating in any retirement plan administered by the Consolidated Public Retirement Board or the Municipal Pensions Oversight Board to elect to become participating employers in the Municipal Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Pensions","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Pensions","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1076/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1076&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2122160,"bill_number":"SB1072","title":"Creating WV Land Use Association Division","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to land use associations; provides a short title; defines terms; establishes construction of chapter; provides statement of purpose; requires liability insurance; creates West Virginia Land Use Association Division; mandates registration of land use associations with Secretary of State; setting fee for registration; and prescribe content of registration form.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1072/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1072&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Darren Thorne"},
{"bill_id":2122166,"bill_number":"SR48","title":"Memorializing life of Honorable Sarah Abigail (Mullennex) Minear","description":"Memorializing life of Honorable Sarah Abigail (Mullennex) Minear","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR48/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=48&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2122169,"bill_number":"SB1073","title":"Classifying independent contractors and employees","description":"The purpose of this bill is to align the state classifications of independent contractor and employee with the Internal Revenue Service classifications.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1073/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1073&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Willis"},
{"bill_id":2122173,"bill_number":"SB1078","title":"Clarifying requirements of possession and administration of epinephrine in schools","description":"The purpose of this bill is to update who may possess and administer epinephrine in schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1078/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1078&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2122179,"bill_number":"SB1071","title":"Creating Public Defense and Provisioning Act","description":"The purpose of this bill is to create the Public Defense and Provisioning Act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1071/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1071&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Rose"},
{"bill_id":2122182,"bill_number":"SR47","title":"Recognizing Leadership Berkeley","description":"Recognizing Leadership Berkeley","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-24","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR47/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=47&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Jason Barrett"},
{"bill_id":2122186,"bill_number":"SB1075","title":"Funding Tobacco Use Cessation Initiative","description":"The purpose of this bill is to fund the Tobacco Use Cessation Initiative.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Health and Human Resources","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Health and Human Resources","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1075/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1075&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2122191,"bill_number":"SB1070","title":"Authorizing School Building Authority to fund grounds and site improvements","description":"The purpose of this bill relates to the authority to fund grounds and site improvements necessary to protect school buildings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1070/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1070&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2122195,"bill_number":"SB1079","title":"Requiring PEIA accept premium payments by credit card or state purchasing card","description":"The purpose of this bill is to allow political subdivisions pay premium payments to PEIA by credit card or state purchasing card.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1079/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1079&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Trenton Barnhart"},
{"bill_id":2122198,"bill_number":"SB1074","title":"Allowing newly hired emergency medical vehicle operators to participate in EMS Retirement System","description":"The purpose of this bill is to permit newly hired emergency vehicle operators to participate in the Emergency Medical Services Officer Retirement System.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-04","last_action":"To House Finance","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1074/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1074&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2122200,"bill_number":"SB1063","title":"Creating Economic Development Investment Fund","description":"The purpose of this bill is to establish an Economic Development Investment Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-23","last_action":"To Economic Development","last_action_date":"2026-02-23","committee":"Economic Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1063/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1063&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Glenn Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2122740,"bill_number":"SR50","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study PSC","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study PSC","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR50/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=50&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Rollan Roberts"},
{"bill_id":2122843,"bill_number":"SR49","title":"Commending volunteers for their recovery efforts for flooding at Chief Logan State Park","description":"Commending volunteers for their recovery efforts for flooding at Chief Logan State Park","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-25","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR49/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=49&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Rupert Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2123514,"bill_number":"SB1080","title":"Requiring amount of reduction of state aid be appropriated in support of certain low-enrollment county school districts","description":"The purpose of this bill is to require the amount of any reduction in state aid from the previous fiscal year to be appropriated to the West Virginia Department of Education for the support of the 10 lowest enrollment county school districts that have a maximum excess levy in effect and extremely remote schools in a county school district with a maximum excess levy in effect.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":null,"last_action":"Referred to Finance","last_action_date":"2026-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1080/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1080&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Amy Nichole Grady"},
{"bill_id":2123782,"bill_number":"SR51","title":"Designating February 26, 2026, as Human Resources Day","description":"Designating February 26, 2026, as Human Resources Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR51/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=51&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
{"bill_id":2124743,"bill_number":"SB1082","title":"Relating to authority of PEIA to investigate and prosecute fraud","description":"The purpose of this bill is to expand the ability of the Public Employees Insurance Agency to investigate and prosecute fraud..","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":null,"last_action":"Referred to Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1082/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1082&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2124957,"bill_number":"SR52","title":"Designating February 27, 2026, as West Liberty University Day","description":"Designating February 27, 2026, as West Liberty University Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR52/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=52&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2124998,"bill_number":"HB5683","title":"Relating to graduation requirements for public schools","description":"Relating to graduation requirements for public schools","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To Education","last_action_date":"2026-03-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5683/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5683&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Christopher Toney"},
{"bill_id":2125042,"bill_number":"SR53","title":"Congratulating George Washington High School Cheerleading team on placing third in Division II National High School Cheerleading Championship","description":"Congratulating George Washington High School Cheerleading team on placing third in Division II National High School Cheerleading Championship","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR53/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=53&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Anne Charnock"},
{"bill_id":2125089,"bill_number":"HCR23","title":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to conduct a study investigating the most appropriate method of providing more Firefighter I and II instructional programs across the state","description":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to conduct a study investigating the most appropriate method of providing more Firefighter I and II instructional programs across the state","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR23/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=23&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2125134,"bill_number":"SR54","title":"Recognizing Christy Martin for her remarkable achievements in boxing","description":"Recognizing Christy Martin for her remarkable achievements in boxing","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR54/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=54&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2125898,"bill_number":"SB1081","title":"Establishing School Finance Transparency Commission","description":"Establishing School Finance Transparency Commission","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":null,"last_action":"Removed from calendar by Rules Committee","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1081/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1081&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2126062,"bill_number":"HB5685","title":"Relating to authorizing bonds for improvements to the West Virginia Science and Culture Center","description":"Relating to authorizing bonds for improvements to the West Virginia Science and Culture Center","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5685/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5685&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"William Anderson"},
{"bill_id":2126296,"bill_number":"HB5686","title":"Relating to the timing of payments of annually required deposit into an eligible recipient’s Hope Scholarship account","description":"Relating to the timing of payments of annually required deposit into an eligible recipient’s Hope Scholarship account","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-30","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/27/2026 - Senate Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5686/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5686&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2127355,"bill_number":"HJR42","title":"Homestead exemption","description":"Homestead exemption","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-13","last_action":"Senate requests House to concur","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HJR42/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=42&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2127362,"bill_number":"HB5684","title":"Relating to authorizing the Supreme Court of Appeals to create child protection commissioners","description":"The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Supreme Court to create program of child protection commissioners.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 4/1/2026","last_action_date":"2026-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5684/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5684&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"James Akers"},
{"bill_id":2127374,"bill_number":"SR56","title":"Honoring Sergeant First Class Bill Brown for his distinguished military service","description":"Honoring Sergeant First Class Bill Brown for his distinguished military service","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR56/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=56&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Brian Helton"},
{"bill_id":2127381,"bill_number":"SR55","title":"Recognizing honeybees and their importance to agriculture and economy in WV","description":"Recognizing honeybees and their importance to agriculture and economy in WV","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR55/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=55&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Randy Smith"},
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{"bill_id":2127399,"bill_number":"HB5688","title":"Relating to the creation of the West Virginia Task Force on Election Integrity","description":"Relating to the creation of the West Virginia Task Force on Election Integrity","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"To House Judiciary","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5688/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5688&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Chris Phillips"},
{"bill_id":2127407,"bill_number":"HR20","title":"Memoralizing the life of the Honorable Larry D. Kump; dedicated public servant, principled legislator, and devoted family man.","description":"Memoralizing the life of the Honorable Larry D. Kump; dedicated public servant, principled legislator, and devoted family man.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-02","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR20/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=20&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Stanley Adkins"},
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{"bill_id":2127732,"bill_number":"HR21","title":"Recognizing President Donald J. Trump for reforms benefiting West Virginia","description":"Recognizing President Donald J. Trump for reforms benefiting West Virginia","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR21/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=21&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Josh Holstein"},
{"bill_id":2127760,"bill_number":"HCR25","title":"Requesting a Study on Reducing Non Revenue Water Through Leak Detection, Infrastructure Improvements, and Performance Based Incentives to Stabilize Water Rates","description":"Requesting a Study on Reducing Non Revenue Water Through Leak Detection, Infrastructure Improvements, and Performance Based Incentives to Stabilize Water Rates","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR25/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=25&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2127788,"bill_number":"HCR26","title":"Requesting a Study on Energy Recovery and Micro-Hydropower Opportunities in Public Water Systems to Reduce Operating Costs and Stabilize Water Rates","description":"Requesting a Study on Energy Recovery and Micro-Hydropower Opportunities in Public Water Systems to Reduce Operating Costs and Stabilize Water Rates","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR26/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=26&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2127822,"bill_number":"HCR27","title":"A Resolution requesting a comprehensive legislative study of disaster recovery and flood resiliency funding, coordination, statutory compliance, and disaster case management capacity within the State of West Virginia","description":"A Resolution requesting a comprehensive legislative study of disaster recovery and flood resiliency funding, coordination, statutory compliance, and disaster case management capacity within the State of West Virginia","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-03","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR27/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=27&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Dean Jeffries"},
{"bill_id":2128718,"bill_number":"SR57","title":"Designating March as American Red Cross month","description":"Designating March as American Red Cross month","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR57/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=57&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Tom Takubo"},
{"bill_id":2129521,"bill_number":"SCR5","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study need for School Finance Transparency Commission","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study need for School Finance Transparency Commission","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Ordered to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR5/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=5&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2129539,"bill_number":"SR58","title":"Designating March 6, 2026, as Girl Scouts Day","description":"Designating March 6, 2026, as Girl Scouts Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-06","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR58/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=58&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Laura Wakim Chapman"},
{"bill_id":2129561,"bill_number":"SR59","title":"Designating March 6, 2026, as Mingo County Day","description":"Designating March 6, 2026, as Mingo County Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-06","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR59/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=59&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2129584,"bill_number":"SCR6","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study certain grounds for divorce","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study certain grounds for divorce","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Ordered to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR6/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=6&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2130353,"bill_number":"HR19","title":"Urging Department of Administration to maintain trees on grounds to prevent damage to persons or property","description":"Urging Department of Administration to maintain trees on grounds to prevent damage to persons or property","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-26","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR19/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=19&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2130447,"bill_number":"SB1084","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Tourism, fund 5450","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to expire funds to the surplus balance of General Revenue and to supplement and add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2026-03-06","last_action":"Referred to Rules on 3rd reading","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SB1084/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=1084&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2130752,"bill_number":"SR60","title":"Recognizing March 10, 2026, as Hunger Free WV Day","description":"Recognizing March 10, 2026, as Hunger Free WV Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-10","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR60/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=60&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Oliverio"},
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{"bill_id":2131117,"bill_number":"HB5692","title":"Supplemental appropriation, State Road Fund","description":"Supplemental appropriation, State Road Fund","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5692/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5692&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2131230,"bill_number":"HCR32","title":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to direct an early childhood care and education cost estimation study to enable the state to model actual costs of early childhood care and education","description":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to direct an early childhood care and education cost estimation study to enable the state to model actual costs of early childhood care and education","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-10","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR32/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=32&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Bob Fehrenbacher"},
{"bill_id":2131269,"bill_number":"HB5691","title":"Supplemental appropriation, Department of Health","description":"The purpose of this supplemental appropriation bill is to expire funds to the surplus balance of General Revenue and to supplement and add a new item of appropriation in the aforesaid account for the designated spending unit for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5691/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5691&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Vernon Criss"},
{"bill_id":2131311,"bill_number":"HCR31","title":"Urging the United States Congress to recognize United States Armed Forces members who served in Honduras from 1981 to 1992 by authorizing the issuance of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal.","description":"Urging the United States Congress to recognize United States Armed Forces members who served in Honduras from 1981 to 1992 by authorizing the issuance of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-10","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR31/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=31&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2131352,"bill_number":"SCR7","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study ongoing water crisis in southern WV","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study ongoing water crisis in southern WV","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Ordered to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR7/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=7&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Rollan Roberts"},
{"bill_id":2131385,"bill_number":"HCR24","title":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to conduct a feasibility study investigating the consolidation of the 55 county-based school districts into fewer regional districts","description":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to conduct a feasibility study investigating the consolidation of the 55 county-based school districts into fewer regional districts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-02-27","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-02-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR24/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=24&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joseph Statler"},
{"bill_id":2131595,"bill_number":"SR61","title":"Urging US Supreme Court reverse Obergefell decision","description":"Urging US Supreme Court reverse Obergefell decision","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-10","last_action":"To Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR61/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=61&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2132238,"bill_number":"SCR8","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study access in public secondary schools to athletic trainers","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study access in public secondary schools to athletic trainers","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Ordered to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR8/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=8&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2132305,"bill_number":"SR62","title":"Designating March 12, 2026, as WV Athletic Trainers Day","description":"Designating March 12, 2026, as WV Athletic Trainers Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR62/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=62&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Scott Fuller"},
{"bill_id":2132345,"bill_number":"HCR29","title":"Requesting Joint Committee study the feasibility of establishing a flexible, short-duration, on-demand respite care program for seniors and caregivers","description":"Requesting Joint Committee study the feasibility of establishing a flexible, short-duration, on-demand respite care program for seniors and caregivers","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR29/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=29&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Gary Howell"},
{"bill_id":2132376,"bill_number":"HCR28","title":"Study Resolution for Constitutionally Aligned Budget Prioritization","description":"Study Resolution for Constitutionally Aligned Budget Prioritization","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR28/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=28&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Henry Dillon"},
{"bill_id":2132398,"bill_number":"HCR30","title":"Urging the United States Congress to pass the Major Richard Star Act","description":"Urging the United States Congress to pass the Major Richard Star Act","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-05","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR30/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=30&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Rick Hillenbrand"},
{"bill_id":2132610,"bill_number":"SCR10","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study feasibility of hunters buying upland game bird stamps with standard hunting licenses","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study feasibility of hunters buying upland game bird stamps with standard hunting licenses","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Ordered to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR10/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=10&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2132625,"bill_number":"SCR9","title":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study decline of eastern gray fox population in WV","description":"Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study decline of eastern gray fox population in WV","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Ordered to House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SCR9/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=9&billtype=CR&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Bill Hamilton"},
{"bill_id":2132727,"bill_number":"SR64","title":"Opposing China’s Misuse of UN Resolution 2758","description":"Opposing China’s Misuse of UN Resolution 2758","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-13","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR64/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=64&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Patricia Rucker"},
{"bill_id":2132781,"bill_number":"SR63","title":"Designating March 13, 2026, as Veterans Visibility Day","description":"Designating March 13, 2026, as Veterans Visibility Day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-13","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR63/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=63&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Ryan Weld"},
{"bill_id":2133265,"bill_number":"SR65","title":"Encouraging commercial opportunities between WV and certain institutions in Somalia","description":"Encouraging commercial opportunities between WV and certain institutions in Somalia","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-12","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR65/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=65&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Jack Woodrum"},
{"bill_id":2133781,"bill_number":"HCR33","title":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study women’s collegiate sports programs in West Virginia","description":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study women’s collegiate sports programs in West Virginia","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR33/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=33&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Laura Kimble"},
{"bill_id":2134009,"bill_number":"HB5694","title":"Supplemental appropriation to Department of Education, fund 0313.","description":"The purpose of supplemental appropriation bill is to amend an item of appropriation in the aforesaid section and account for the designated spending units for expenditure during the fiscal year 2026.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Approved by Governor 3/17/2026 - House Journal","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HB5694/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5694&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill","sponsor":"Pat McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":2134010,"bill_number":"HR23","title":"Establishing House of Delegates interim dates.","description":"Establishing House of Delegates interim dates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"To House Rules","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HR23/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=23&billtype=R&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Roger Hanshaw"},
{"bill_id":2134011,"bill_number":"SR66","title":"Designating March 14, 2026, as McDowell County day","description":"Designating March 14, 2026, as McDowell County day","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR66/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=66&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mark Maynard"},
{"bill_id":2134012,"bill_number":"SR68","title":"Recognizing dedicated public service of Honorable Charles Houston Clements","description":"Recognizing dedicated public service of Honorable Charles Houston Clements","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR68/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=68&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2134015,"bill_number":"SR67","title":"Recognizing dedicated public service of Honorable Michael Andrew Woelfel","description":"Recognizing dedicated public service of Honorable Michael Andrew Woelfel","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Completed legislative action","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/SR67/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=67&billtype=R&houseorig=S&btype=res","sponsor":"Mike Azinger"},
{"bill_id":2134016,"bill_number":"HCR34","title":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study the feasibility, costs, and policy considerations associated with providing cost-of-living adjustments for public school teachers, school service personnel, and members of the West Virginia State Police.","description":"Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study the feasibility, costs, and policy considerations associated with providing cost-of-living adjustments for public school teachers, school service personnel, and members of the West Virginia State Police.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2026-03-14","last_action":"Introduced in House","last_action_date":"2026-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/WV/bill/HCR34/2026","state_link":"http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=34&billtype=CR&houseorig=H&btype=res","sponsor":"Joe Funkhouser"}
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