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WV HB4820

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Larry Kump

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands West Virginia's Good Samaritan Law to provide civil liability immunity for people who voluntarily assist others in "non-emergent situations" in addition to accidents, emergencies, and disasters
  • Applies to any person, including trained, licensed, or certified professionals, who provides care or assistance in good faith and without payment
  • Defines "emergency" as any medical condition requiring immediate treatment due to natural causes, accident, or crime
  • Introduced January 26, 2026, by Delegate Kump and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary

Legislative Description

Relating to Good Samaritan Law.

Professions and Occupations

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/26/2026

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