West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 4789: Relating to bank merger by interstate branching and providing clarity regarding the disclosure required when an out of bank acquires a West Virginia state-chartered bank

In committee Last action January 23, 2026: To House Finance

Plain-language summary

HB 4789 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to bank merger by interstate branching and providing clarity regarding the disclosure required when an out of bank acquires a West Virginia state-chartered bank. Primary sponsor: Vernon Criss (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 23, 2026): To House Finance.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Vernon Criss (Republican).