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WV HB5147
WV HB5147Requiring full text of proposed Constitutional amendments be included on official ballots
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require that the full text of proposed amendments to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia be included on ballots used in the election at which amendments are submitted to the voters of the state.
AI Summary
This bill requires that the full text of any proposed amendment to the West Virginia Constitution be printed on the official ballot alongside its title and summary, ensuring voters can see the complete wording of the proposed change before casting their vote. This change is being made to existing state law concerning how constitutional amendments are presented to voters, specifically amending sections related to the title and summary of amendments and the form of the ballot.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5147&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5147%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5147 |
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