West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 4661: Allowing death penalty for intentionally killing law-enforcement officer or first responder in line of duty

In committee Last action January 21, 2026: To House Judiciary

Plain-language summary

HB 4661 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Allowing death penalty for intentionally killing law-enforcement officer or first responder in line of duty. Primary sponsor: Eric Brooks (Republican). It lists 8 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): To House Judiciary.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Eric Brooks (Republican). 8 co-sponsors.