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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, amending section one, article IV thereof, relating to the right to vote in elections held in West Virginia; numbering and designating such proposed amendment; and providing a summarized statement of the purpose of such proposed amendment.
AI Summary
This resolution proposes an amendment to the West Virginia Constitution that will be voted on by the public in the 2026 general election. The amendment, titled the "Citizenship Requirement to Vote in West Virginia Elections Amendment," clarifies that only citizens of West Virginia who are also citizens of the United States are eligible to vote in state elections. It also reiterates existing restrictions on voting, such as age (being a minor), mental incompetence as determined by a court, conviction of certain crimes like treason, felony, or election bribery, and residency requirements of 30 days in the state and county before an election. Additionally, it clarifies that individuals in the U.S. military, navy, or marine service stationed in West Virginia are not considered residents of the state for voting purposes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (13)
Patricia Rucker (R)*,
Trenton Barnhart (R),
Charles Clements (R),
Amy Grady (R),
Craig Hart (R),
Mark Maynard (R),
Rollan Roberts (R),
Christopher Rose (R),
Randy Smith (R),
Eric Tarr (R),
Jay Taylor (R),
Darren Thorne (R),
Laura Wakim Chapman (R),
Last Action
On 3rd reading (on 03/03/2026)
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