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WV HJR23

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Michael Hite

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to repeal Article IX, Section 3 of the West Virginia Constitution, which currently limits sheriffs to two consecutive terms
  • Requires two-thirds approval from both houses of the legislature to place on the ballot
  • Would submit the question to voters at the general election in November 2026
  • Designates the proposal as "Amendment No. 1" for ballot purposes
  • If ratified, would allow sheriffs to serve unlimited consecutive terms in office

Legislative Description

Relating to removing language prohibiting sheriffs from serving more than two consecutive terms

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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