West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4515: To remedy an issue relating to the disaffiliation from religious denominations whilst retaining church property
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 4515 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To remedy an issue relating to the disaffiliation from religious denominations whilst retaining church property. Primary sponsor: Ward. It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 19, 2026): To House Judiciary.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ward | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Bill Bell | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 8 |
| Adam Burkhammer | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 64 |
| Jim Butler | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
| Elías Coop-González | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 67 |
| Buck Jennings | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 84 |
| Laura Kimble | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 71 |
| Pat McGeehan | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 1 |
| Jonathan Pinson | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 17 |
| Bill Ridenour | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 100 |
| Lisa White | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 96 |
“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 Judiciary
- Introduced in House
- To Judiciary
- Filed for introduction