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WV HB4612

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Henry Dillon

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the DMV Division to issue a new vehicle title when the old title is lost if the vehicle is not reported stolen and the applicant provides a bill of sale signed by both parties with a notarized affidavit attesting to its validity

  • Creates an alternative pathway for vehicles at least 25 years old, requiring a signed bill of sale with a notarized affidavit stating the transaction was legitimate, provided the vehicle is not on any stolen lists

  • Automatically voids any title issued under these provisions if a valid pre-existing title surfaces along with a stolen vehicle report, triggering a mandatory law enforcement investigation

  • Updates terminology throughout the statute, changing references from "department" to "division" for consistency

Legislative Description

Issuance of new DMV titles under certain requirment

Roads and Transportation

Last Action

To House Government Organization

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Organization2/11/2026
Government Administration1/20/2026
Government Organization1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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