West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 5176: Relating to creating the animal abuse database within the West Virginia State Police.

Passed one chamber Last action February 19, 2026: To Judiciary

Plain-language summary

HB 5176 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to creating the animal abuse database within the West Virginia State Police. Primary sponsor: J.B. Akers (Republican). It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): To Judiciary.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: J.B. Akers (Republican). 10 co-sponsors.