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WV HJR7
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Larry Kump
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to permanently establish 34 single-member senatorial districts in the West Virginia Senate
- Requires apportionment based on the 2020 United States Census results
- Implementation would begin with the 2026 elections
- Designates the proposal as "Amendment No. 1" or the "Redistricting Amendment" for voter consideration
- Requires two-thirds approval from both houses of the Legislature to place on the 2026 general election ballot for voter ratification
Legislative Description
To amend the West Virginia Constitution to require single member districts for all West Virginia State Senators
Last Action
To House Government Organization
2/13/2025
Committee Referrals
Government Organization2/13/2025
Full Bill Text
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