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WV HB4688

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris Anders

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Legalizes baiting for hunting all game animals in every county of West Virginia
  • Removes "bait" from the list of prohibited methods for catching wild turkey, ruffed grouse, pheasant, and quail
  • Eliminates the prohibition on using bait to kill or wound bears, including the removal of the 10-day waiting period after bait removal
  • Removes bait-related exclusions from bear damage compensation claims, allowing claims for property used for baiting wildlife
  • Amends West Virginia Code §20-2-5 and §20-2-22a, introduced January 21, 2026

Legislative Description

Eliminate the ban on baiting in all counties for all game animals

Natural Resources

Last Action

To House Government Organization

1/21/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Organization1/21/2026

Full Bill Text

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