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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 repeal the section of code making it unlawful to possess a fully automatic weapon.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to remove a specific section of West Virginia law that currently makes it illegal to possess a machinegun, which is a type of firearm capable of firing multiple rounds with a single pull of the trigger. By repealing this section, the bill aims to eliminate the existing ban on owning such weapons in the state.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Chuck Horst (R)*,
Kathie Crouse (R),
Mark Dean (R),
Ian Masters (R),
Margitta Mazzocchi (R),
Erica Moore (R),
Chris Phillips (R),
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 01/14/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4185&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4185%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4185 |
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