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WV HB5361
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kayla Young
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AI Summary
- Prohibits law enforcement officers from conducting immigration enforcement actions at "sensitive locations" including educational institutions, places of worship, hospitals, courthouses, and organizations assisting children, pregnant women, crime victims, or individuals with disabilities
- Defines "enforcement action" as arresting, detaining, conducting searches, or surveillance for immigration enforcement purposes or to obtain immigration/citizenship status information
- Allows immigration enforcement at sensitive locations when a court order specifically directs officers to enter the location
- Permits enforcement at sensitive locations when necessary to address threats posing imminent danger to public safety
- Introduced February 9, 2026 by Delegate Young and referred to the House Judiciary Committee
Legislative Description
Relating to federal law enforcement in specific locations
Courts
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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