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WV HB4069

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kathie Crouse

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Eliminates the mandatory helmet requirement for motorcycle and motor-driven cycle operators and passengers in West Virginia
  • Removes the requirement for riders to wear safety, shatter-resistant eyeglasses, goggles, or face shields
  • Retains existing regulations on handlebar height (maximum 15 inches above seat), seating positions, and passenger capacity
  • Maintains the requirement for motorcycles to be equipped with rearview mirrors providing at least 200 feet visibility
  • Introduced January 14, 2026 by Delegate Crouse and referred to the Finance and Judiciary Committees

Legislative Description

To remove the helmet law in West Virginia.

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

To House Finance

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/14/2026

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