West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 5251: Adding “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act and WV Fair Housing Act

In committee Last action February 5, 2026: To House Government Organization

Plain-language summary

HB 5251 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Adding “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act and WV Fair Housing Act. Primary sponsor: Mike Pushkin (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): To House Government Organization.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mike Pushkin (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.