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WV SB553

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike Woelfel

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows contractor license holders to transfer their license to an immediate family member (spouse, child, sibling, or parent) without requiring the family member to pass an examination
  • Permits immediate family members to apply for license transfer within one year of the license holder's death or permanent incapacity
  • Requires the transferee to demonstrate active involvement in the business management/operation or employ someone who meets minimum qualification standards for that contractor class
  • Transferred licenses remain valid only while the transferee maintains status as principal owner, partner, or corporate officer of the business entity
  • Amends West Virginia Contractor Licensing Act sections §30-42-7 and §30-42-9 to authorize these family transfers

Legislative Description

Providing for transfer of license to contractor’s qualifying immediate family member

Labor

Last Action

Completed legislative action

3/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Organization2/23/2026
Workforce1/21/2026

Full Bill Text

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