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WV SB882
WV SB882Establishing Blue Envelope Program to promote communication between law enforcement and community members
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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 amend this code section by adding a new article, relating to the establishment of a "Blue Envelope Program" to promote inclusivity and enhanced communication between law enforcement and community members with a condition or disability where additional accommodations or awareness may be helpful; providing findings and declarations; providing how the program will be established; and, providing immunity for individuals providing information to the "Blue Envelope Program" in good faith.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a "Blue Envelope Program" in West Virginia to improve communication and inclusivity between law enforcement and community members, particularly those with conditions or disabilities who might need extra awareness or accommodations. The program will allow individuals to voluntarily provide information, and the West Virginia State Police will only collect and store the minimum necessary information to distribute the envelopes, with no data retained after distribution. Importantly, the State Police are not required to verify any information provided on the envelope, and neither the state nor individuals will be held liable for actions taken based on the information, unless it's proven that false information was knowingly provided. Furthermore, anyone acting in good faith to follow the program's provisions is granted immunity from civil or criminal penalties, unless they knowingly disclose false information.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To Transportation and Infrastructure (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=882&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| Fiscal Note - State Police, WV | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Fiscalnotes/FN(2)/fnsubmit_recordview1.cfm?RecordID=956825396 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb882%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=882 |
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