West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 5174: Legalize use of a 4" pan to pan for gold in the state

In committee Last action February 6, 2026: To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism

Plain-language summary

HB 5174 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Legalize use of a 4" pan to pan for gold in the state. Primary sponsor: Jeff Eldridge (Republican). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jeff Eldridge (Republican). 7 co-sponsors.