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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
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.
AI Summary
This bill amends the West Virginia Municipal Home Rule Program to prevent municipalities participating in the program from creating new categories of protected persons beyond those already established by state law, declaring any existing ordinances that do so void and unenforceable. The Municipal Home Rule Program allows certain municipalities to request exemptions from state laws and regulations to implement innovative solutions for service delivery, but this bill adds a specific restriction on their ability to expand protections for individuals beyond what is already mandated by the state.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
To Judiciary (on 01/14/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=181&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb181%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=181 |
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