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WV HB4549

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Andy Shamblin

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes political subdivisions (local governments, municipalities, county boards of education) to award public construction contracts to the "lowest responsible bidder" rather than simply the lowest bidder
  • Defines "lowest responsible bidder" as one whose proposal meets bid specifications, contains no material irregularities, and whose financial condition, experience, and management skills support proper contract execution
  • Permits political subdivisions to enter into project labor agreements (pre-hire collective bargaining agreements with labor unions) for specific construction projects
  • Grants political subdivisions authority to establish their own regulations and ordinances governing the bidding process for public construction projects
  • Amends the West Virginia Fairness in Competitive Bidding Act (§5-22-1) to add these new definitions and local government authorities

Legislative Description

Local Government Freedom Act

Labor

Last Action

To House Local Governments

1/21/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Governments1/21/2026
Government Organization1/19/2026

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