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WV HB2925

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Geno Chiarelli

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits panhandling at bus stops, train stops, public transportation vehicles and facilities, in vehicles on streets, and on private property without written permission from the owner

  • Bans panhandling on streets, sidewalks, and public property when it involves blocking someone's path, following a person who walks away, or making threatening statements or gestures

  • Defines "panhandling" as in-person solicitation requesting immediate money donations, including purchases of items at prices far exceeding their value

  • First offense carries a $100 fine; second or subsequent offenses carry fines between $250 and $1,000

  • Exempts bona fide fire departments when soliciting donations to support their operations

Legislative Description

Relating to a statewide panhandling ban

Public Safety

Last Action

To House Judiciary

2/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/24/2025

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