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WV HB5066
WV HB5066Relating to prohibiting the release of addresses and names of employers of persons who make contributions to political elections
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the release of addresses and names of employers of persons who make contributions to political elections and providing misdemeanor criminal penalty.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect the privacy of individuals who contribute to political elections by prohibiting the public release of their home addresses, employer names, and major business affiliations. Currently, financial statements filed in relation to political contributions require this information, but this legislation seeks to prevent it from being made public, including through government websites or public records requests under the West Virginia Freedom of Information Act. The bill also introduces penalties for violations, stating that any contributor whose protected information is improperly disclosed can recover a civil penalty of $1,000 from the responsible agency, and any state or local officer or employee who knowingly discloses this information in violation of the law is guilty of a misdemeanor, facing fines or jail time.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting (09:00:00 2/17/2026 House Judiciary Committee Room 410) (on 02/17/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5066&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5066%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5066 |
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