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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to provide that a candidate’s filing fee is not refundable, even if the candidate withdraws from the race or does not make it onto the ballot.
AI Summary
This bill amends West Virginia law to ensure that any filing fee paid by a candidate for public office is non-refundable, meaning it cannot be returned to the candidate under any circumstances, even if they withdraw from the race or fail to qualify for the ballot. This change is being made to the existing statute that outlines the various filing fees candidates must pay when announcing their candidacy for different offices, from President of the United States to local positions like county board of education members, and specifies how these fees are collected and distributed.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5226&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5226%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5226 |
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