West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 5056: Permit beneficiary under the State Teachers Retirement System to convert to the maximum life annuity if the spouse dies within the first five years of the beneficiary’s retirement

In committee Last action February 2, 2026: To House Finance

Plain-language summary

HB 5056 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Permit beneficiary under the State Teachers Retirement System to convert to the maximum life annuity if the spouse dies within the first five years of the beneficiary’s retirement. Primary sponsor: Chris Toney (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): To House Finance.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Chris Toney (Republican).