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WV HB4723

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elliott Pritt

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits operating "squatted" vehicles on West Virginia roads, effective July 1, 2026
  • Defines squatted vehicles as those with a front or rear fender raised four or more inches higher than the other
  • Law enforcement will issue warning citations only during the first six months (July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026)
  • Beginning January 1, 2027, penalties include: $100 fine for first offense, $200 for second offense, and $300 plus 12-month license suspension for third offense

Legislative Description

Make it illegal to operate a “squatted” vehicle on West Virginia roads.

Roads and Transportation

Last Action

To House Government Adminstration

1/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Administration1/23/2026
Government Organization1/22/2026

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