West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 4741: To require operators of gas and oil wells to withhold royalty taxes due from the lease holder and remit said withholdings to the appropriate County Tax Office.

In committee Last action January 22, 2026: To House Energy and Public Works

Plain-language summary

HB 4741 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To require operators of gas and oil wells to withhold royalty taxes due from the lease holder and remit said withholdings to the appropriate County Tax Office. Primary sponsor: Chuck Sheedy (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): To House Energy and Public Works.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Chuck Sheedy (Republican).