West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4229: Relating to authorizing the Department of Health Facilities to promulgate a legislative rule relating to patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 4229 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to authorizing the Department of Health Facilities to promulgate a legislative rule relating to patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities. Primary sponsor: Doug Smith (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 14, 2026): To House Health and Human Resources.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doug Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- To House Health and Human Resources
- Introduced in House
- To Health and Human Resources
- Filed for introduction