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WV HB5423
Bill
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joe Funkhouser
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AI Summary
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Removes out-of-state driver's licenses and student identification cards (high school and college) from the list of valid identifying documents for voting purposes in West Virginia
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Requires the Division of Motor Vehicles to issue driver's licenses in a distinct color for documented non-citizens of the United States, separate from licenses issued to drivers under 18, ages 18-21, and adults
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Prohibits West Virginia from recognizing out-of-state driver's licenses issued to individuals without legal immigration status, making it a violation to operate a vehicle in the state with such a license
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Restricts driver's license eligibility to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, conditional permanent residents, and valid visa holders, with licenses for non-citizens expiring when their legal residency status expires
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Retains valid West Virginia driver's licenses, U.S. passports, government employee IDs, military IDs, and voter registration cards with photos as acceptable identification for voting
Legislative Description
To ensure that illegal aliens do not vote or operate a motor vehicle in the state.
Motor Vehicles
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/10/2026