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WV HB4440
WV HB4440Permitting law enforcement to issue a citation when students are caught with nicotine in schools.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2026
03/14/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
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.
AI Summary
This bill amends West Virginia law to allow law enforcement officers to issue a citation, which is a formal notice of a violation, to students enrolled in public schools or public charter schools if they are found possessing nicotine products, including items like e-cigarettes, on school grounds or at school events. This provision is being added to existing laws that already address the sale and distribution of tobacco products to individuals under 21 years of age and outline penalties for such violations.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Standing Committee on Education Meeting (13:00:00 2/4/2026 House Education Committee Room) (on 02/04/2026)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Health
- ‐ Tobacco Abuse, Treatment, and Education
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4440&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill | 01/16/2026 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4440%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4440 | 01/16/2026 |
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