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WV HB4966

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Adam Vance

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes new criminal penalties for adults who purchase or provide tobacco products (including vapes and cartridges) to persons under 21 years of age
  • First offense conviction carries a $500 fine
  • Second offense conviction carries a $1,500 fine
  • Third or subsequent offenses carry a $2,500 fine, up to 60 days in jail, or both
  • Creates a separate penalty structure for private individuals distinct from retail employees, who remain subject to non-criminal penalties like education classes and community service

Legislative Description

Increase the penalty for adults who buy vapes and cartiges for underage children

Crime

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/29/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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