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WV HB4748

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kayla Young

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Secretary of State to create a digital wallet within the one-stop business portal where individuals can store learning and employment records, certifications, and professional licensures, with public availability by January 1, 2027

  • Places responsibility on individual users to upload, organize, and ensure accuracy of their own credentials, while the Secretary of State maintains the online infrastructure

  • Prohibits any contracted parties from selling, distributing, or sharing digital wallet information, using data for unauthorized purposes, or employing third-party vendors for additional services

  • Exempts all information in the digital wallet from public inspection under the West Virginia Freedom of Information Act and requires secure deletion upon user request

  • Mandates the Secretary of State display a disclaimer stating the information has not been verified by their office

Legislative Description

Relating to creating a digital wallet to collect and organize learning and employment records

Last Action

To House Government Organization

1/22/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Organization1/22/2026

Full Bill Text

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