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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to increase the term of office of sheriff from four years to six years.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to change the term of office for sheriffs in West Virginia from four years to six years, meaning that after the next election in 2028, sheriffs will be elected every six years instead of every four years.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Joe Funkhouser (R)*,
Wayne Clark (R),
Sarah Drennan (R),
Walter Hall (R),
Ian Masters (R),
Andy Shamblin (R),
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 01/21/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4647&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4647%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4647 |
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