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WV HB4778

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elliott Pritt

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows West Virginia residents without permanent addresses to obtain driver's licenses or identification cards by submitting an affidavit of "No Permanent Residence" signed by a shelter facility agent or state-registered nonprofit
  • Requires applicants claiming no permanent residence to swear they understand providing false information may result in criminal and civil penalties, including suspension of driving privileges
  • Waives all required fees for applicants who qualify under the no permanent residence provision
  • Limits licenses and identification cards issued under the no permanent residence provision to six-month validity periods, with one year to establish a permanent residence
  • Authorizes the Department of Motor Vehicles to audit address information and cancel licenses or IDs for those who fail to prove residency or maintain valid mailing addresses

Legislative Description

Relating to Drivers License Address Requirements

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/23/2026

Full Bill Text

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