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WV HB4812
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bill Ridenour
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AI Summary
- Prohibits federal government from commandeering West Virginia state and local law enforcement agencies, personnel, or resources without express formal authorization from the state
- Bars state and local police from participating in federal law enforcement activities, including executing warrants, when there is any indication the activity is politically motivated or would support "political persecution"
- Requires the Attorney General to challenge federal statutes, executive orders, or regulations determined to infringe on West Virginians' constitutional rights, and to publish model policies for law enforcement by January 1, 2027
- Grants immunity to law enforcement officers who refuse to enforce federal actions the Attorney General determines unconstitutional, protecting them from civil/criminal liability, termination, and decertification
- Permits continued cooperation with federal authorities for legitimate criminal investigations, responding to requests for criminal history information, and participating in joint task forces focused on non-politically motivated law enforcement
Legislative Description
To ensure that West Virginia law enforcement entities are not compelled or commandeered by federal authorities to conduct activities that violate our citizens’ Constitutional rights
Public Safety
Last Action
To House Judiciary
1/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/26/2026
Full Bill Text
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