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WV HB4820
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Larry Kump
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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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