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WV SB812

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robbie Morris

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits operating unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) on election day above polling place grounds or within 100 feet of the outside entrance to the polling place building
  • Violation is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $100 to $1,000, up to one year in jail, or both
  • Applies only to knowing and intentional operation of drones in these restricted areas
  • Amends West Virginia Code §61-16-2, adding this restriction to existing prohibited uses of unmanned aerial vehicles
  • Introduced by Senator Morris on February 6, 2026, and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

Prohibiting any person to operate unmanned aerial vehicle over polling place on election day

Elections

Last Action

To Judiciary

2/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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