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WV HB4836

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elliott Pritt

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits bringing dogs, cats, or other animals into grocery stores or retail establishments that sell food unless the animal is a service animal
  • First-time violators face fines up to $500
  • Second or subsequent violations carry fines up to $1,000
  • Adds new section §19-20-27 to West Virginia Code under Article 20 (Dogs and Cats)
  • Introduced by Delegate Pritt on January 26, 2026, and referred to the House Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

Prohibiting non-service animals in stores that sell food

Public Safety

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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