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WV HB5215
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dean Jeffries
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AI Summary
- Expands West Virginia's landowner liability protections to cover invitees and licensees operating all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) as defined by §17F-1-9
- Removes the $50 per year per participant fee cap for ATV operators, allowing landowners to charge higher amounts while still receiving liability protection
- Amends the existing Limiting Liability of Landowners article (§19-25-5) by modifying the definition of "charge" to include ATV operations alongside Hatfield-McCoy Regional Recreation Authority activities
- Maintains existing liability protections for other recreational activities including hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and motorcycle riding under the $50 annual fee cap
Legislative Description
Relating generally to limiting landowner liability for the purpose of operation of all-terrain vehicles.
Real and Personal Property
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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