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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to prohibit sex offenders from residing near schools and similarly situated facilities. The bill also provides for exceptions.
AI Summary
This bill, titled "Clarifying where convicted sex offenders may reside," aims to prevent individuals convicted of sex offenses who are required to register in West Virginia from living within 3,000 feet of places frequented by children, such as public or private schools, childcare facilities, children's homes, and recreational areas like playgrounds and ballparks. However, the bill includes specific exceptions: it will not apply to offenders who are currently incarcerated in a jail, prison, or other correctional facility, those committed to a facility under Title 41 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) which is located within the restricted distance, or offenders who are minors or under guardianship.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Mike Hite (R)*,
Sarah Drennan (R),
Tristan Leavitt (R),
David McCormick (R),
Carl Roop (R),
Evan Worrell (R),
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4750&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4750%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4750 |
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