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WV HB4198
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Elias Coop-Gonzalez
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AI Summary
- Requires all West Virginia employers to register for E-Verify and verify new employees' work authorization through the federal electronic verification system before permanent employment
- Establishes a tiered penalty system: formal warning for first-time single violations, $2,500 fine per violation for second offenses or multiple unauthorized workers, and $5,000 fine plus potential license revocation for third or subsequent violations
- Employers assessed fines are placed on a public list and barred from bidding on state contracts for one year
- Prohibits local governments from enacting ordinances that limit or contradict the Labor Commissioner's enforcement of employment verification requirements
- Provides civil liability protection for employers who terminate workers to comply with E-Verify requirements, shielding them from wrongful termination lawsuits
Legislative Description
E-Verify Safe Harbor Act
Last Action
Senate requests House to concur
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/11/2026
Government Organization1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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