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WV HB5140
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kayla Young
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AI Summary
- Lowers the employer threshold for Human Rights Commission jurisdiction from 12 employees to 2 employees working 20 or more calendar weeks per year
- Expands the definition of "employee" to include independent contractors who provide work under contract terms with an employer
- Extends the statute of limitations for filing discrimination complaints from 365 days to 3 years after the alleged discriminatory act
- Applies to discrimination claims based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, blindness, disability, or familial status
Legislative Description
Employer discriminatory practices
Human Rights
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/3/2026
Full Bill Text
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