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WV HB5507
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bill Ridenour
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AI Summary
- Creates a 7-member West Virginia delegation for any Article V constitutional convention, with delegates selected by majority vote in a joint legislative session
- Establishes delegate qualifications including 5 years of state residency, age 25+, no federal employment or lobbying within the past 5-10 years, and no felony convictions within 10 years
- Prohibits delegates from voting on "runaway amendments" unrelated to the convention's subject matter or changes to constitutional guarantees of individual liberty, with violations punishable as a felony carrying up to 2 years incarceration and a $250,000 fine
- Creates a 3-member Advisory Committee of legislators to monitor delegate conduct, issue instructions, and recall delegates who exceed their authority
- Delegates receive compensation and expense allowances equal to state legislators and are prohibited from accepting gifts or benefits exceeding $200 during their service
Legislative Description
Establish a Process for the Selection and Oversight of Delegates for a West Virginia Article V Convention Delegation.
Legislature
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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