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WV HCR18
Concurrent Resolution
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bill Ridenour
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AI Summary
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Declares that the People's Republic of China is conducting an "illegal, asymmetric war" against the United States and West Virginia through alleged chemical warfare (fentanyl), biological warfare (COVID-19), cyberattacks, and intelligence operations
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Forgives all public debt held by PRC-affiliated entities in West Virginia since October 1, 2019
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Directs the Governor to take executive actions implementing the resolution, and requires the State Treasurer, Auditor, and Attorney General to identify PRC-affiliated entities
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Invites other state legislatures to join West Virginia in formally declaring that China is conducting illegal warfare against the United States
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Introduced February 10, 2026, and referred to the Judiciary and Rules committees
Legislative Description
Identifying that the People’s Republic of China is conducting an illegal asymmetric war against the U.S. and West Virginia
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/10/2026