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WV HB5255
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Pushkin
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AI Summary
- Requires manufactured home manufacturers to repair or replace new homes that do not conform to express warranties when reported within the warranty period or one year from delivery, whichever is longer
- Establishes consumer right to sue manufacturers for refund, diminished value damages, repair costs, loss of use expenses, and attorney fees if nonconformity substantially impairs use or market value
- Creates presumption that reasonable repair attempts occurred after three failed repairs of the same issue, or 30+ cumulative days the home is uninhabitable due to repairs
- Requires dealers to disclose in writing any repairs exceeding 5% of manufacturer's suggested retail price performed after shipment, including transit damage
- Mandates third-party dispute resolution process supervised by the Attorney General before consumers can file lawsuits, with rules meeting federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act standards
Legislative Description
Relating to consumer protection of new manufactured home warranties
Consumer Protection
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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