West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4438: Relating to Sexual Abuse Prevention Screening, Hiring and Dismissal Requirements
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 4438 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to Sexual Abuse Prevention Screening, Hiring and Dismissal Requirements. Primary sponsor: Bill Bell (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): To House Education.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Bell | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 8 |
| Gary Howell | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 87 |
| Chuck Sheedy | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 7 |
| Jeff Stephens | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 6 |
| Willis | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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 Education
- Introduced in House
- To Education then Judiciary
- Filed for introduction