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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/21/2026
02/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to clarify that the Intermediate Court of Appeals does not have appellate jurisdiction over appeals of adoption orders or decrees.
AI Summary
This bill amends West Virginia Code §51-11-4 to explicitly state that the Intermediate Court of Appeals, which handles appeals of certain lower court decisions, does not have the authority to hear appeals of adoption orders or decrees, meaning these types of cases will not be reviewed by this intermediate appellate court.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
On 1st reading (on 02/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=794&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb794%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=794 |
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