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WV HJR31

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Adam Vance

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment limiting State Senators to two consecutive terms (8 years) and House of Delegates members to four consecutive terms (8 years)
  • Terms served before ratification of the amendment would not count toward the term limits
  • Partial terms served after ratification would count as a full term for purposes of the limitation
  • Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative chambers to place on the ballot
  • Would be submitted to voters as "Amendment No. 1" at the November 2026 general election for ratification or rejection

Legislative Description

To set term limits for WV legislature

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/29/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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