West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 4695: To double the criminal penalty for anyone found guilty of sexual assault on a minor

Passed one chamber Last action February 12, 2026: To Judiciary

Plain-language summary

HB 4695 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To double the criminal penalty for anyone found guilty of sexual assault on a minor. Primary sponsor: Adam Vance (Republican). It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): To Judiciary.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Adam Vance (Republican). 10 co-sponsors.