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WV HB4040

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Phil Mallow

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Grants municipalities (cities, towns, and counties) authority to improve non-state owned roads within their jurisdiction, including paving, pothole repair, signage installation, drainage improvements, and safety enhancements

  • Provides civil liability protection for municipalities making road improvements, provided work was done in good faith, complied with applicable standards, and involved no gross negligence or willful misconduct

  • Requires public notification before undertaking improvements through municipal office postings, local media, or community meetings, with project details, timelines, and funding sources published on official websites

  • Authorizes funding through existing municipal infrastructure funds, state and federal grants, and private entity partnerships

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Non-State Owned Roads Improvement Act

Roads and Transportation

Last Action

To House Judiciary

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/11/2026
Energy and Public Works2/3/2026
Environment, Infrastructure, and Technology1/15/2026
Energy and Public Works1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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