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WV HB4898
WV HB4898Requiring the West Virginia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to provide an inmate with one physical copy of their birth certificate and social security card upon release
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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require that the Division of Corrections provide each probationer with physical copies of their birth certificate and Social Security Administration card upon release from a facility.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the West Virginia Division of Corrections must provide every individual released from its facilities with a physical copy of their birth certificate and their Social Security Administration card. This requirement is added as a new condition for probationers, ensuring they have these essential identification documents upon their release, which can be crucial for reintegration into society.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 01/28/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4898&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4898%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4898 |
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