West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 4559: To eliminate the restriction of hunting bears over bait
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 4559 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To eliminate the restriction of hunting bears over bait. Primary sponsor: Eric Brooks (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 20, 2026): To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Brooks | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
| Martin | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Pritt | 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 Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism
- To House Government Organization
- Introduced in House
- To Government Organization
- Filed for introduction