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WV SB948
Bill
Status
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Maynard
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AI Summary
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Permits individuals licensed to carry concealed deadly weapons to carry firearms inside West Virginia State Capitol Complex buildings, requiring license presentation upon entry if requested
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Prohibits concealed deadly weapons in the Governor's office and Supreme Court chambers, including the entire third and fourth floors of the East wing
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Authorizes the State Senate and House of Delegates to establish their own weapons rules for their respective chamber floors and galleries
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Allows lawful carrying of deadly weapons, firearms, and pepper spray of any size on sidewalks and streets directly bordering the Capitol Complex grounds
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Maintains the existing prohibition on bringing deadly weapons into Capitol buildings for those without concealed carry licenses, while still permitting firearms to be stored in locked vehicles out of normal view
Legislative Description
Allowing firearms on Capitol Complex with exceptions
Crime
Last Action
To Judiciary
2/16/2026