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WV HB2120
Bill
Status
4/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Doug Smith
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AI Summary
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Requires the West Virginia Ethics Commission to develop and launch an electronic lobbyist registration and reporting system by December 31, 2025, with features including password-protected accounts, auto-populated forms, and public search functionality
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Increases lobbyist reporting requirements from twice per year to four times per year, with reports due March 15, May 15, September 15, and January 15 covering specified periods
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Requires Ethics Commission members to recuse themselves from any decision involving a candidate or campaign to which they have financially contributed
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Allows lobbyists to submit registration forms and reports in either electronic or paper format, with electronic or handwritten signatures accepted
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Imposes a $10 per day late fee for lobbyist reports filed after the deadline, capped at $250 total, and authorizes suspension of lobbying privileges for failure to file or pay fees
Legislative Description
Relating to forms and disclosures to the Ethics Commission
Ethics
Last Action
Vetoed by Governor 4/30/2025 - House Journal
4/12/2025