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Introduced
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of an antique firearm.
AI Summary
This bill amends West Virginia law to clarify the definition of a "firearm" by specifying that an "antique firearm" is not considered a firearm for most purposes, except for specific sections of the law related to concealed carry and prohibited weapons. An antique firearm is defined as a firearm manufactured before 1898, a replica of such a firearm that doesn't use readily available modern ammunition, or a muzzle-loading weapon that uses black powder and cannot fire fixed ammunition, with certain exclusions to prevent conversion into modern firearms.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 02/09/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5344&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5344%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5344 |
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