West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 4407: Relating to loss of parental rights after a third petition for a child’s removal

In committee Last action January 16, 2026: To House Judiciary

Plain-language summary

HB 4407 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to loss of parental rights after a third petition for a child’s removal. Primary sponsor: Scot Heckert (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): To House Judiciary.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Scot Heckert (Republican). 2 co-sponsors.