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WV SB715
WV SB715Requiring WV state agencies give extra consideration to hiring disabled law-enforcement officers
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require that a state agency or an appointing authority of the state give first consideration to disabled law enforcement officers when considering applicants for employment with the state.
AI Summary
This bill amends West Virginia state law to require that state agencies and appointing authorities give "first consideration" to hiring individuals who are U.S. military veterans and retired or disabled law enforcement officers when reviewing job applicants. "First consideration" means these individuals should be prioritized over other applicants. This change is being added to the duties of the Director of Personnel, who oversees state employment practices and personnel programs.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Judiciary Committee Meeting (15:00:00 2/26/2026 Senate Judiciary Committee Room, 208 West) (on 02/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=715&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb715%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=715 |
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