West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5160: Prohibition of geoengineering
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 5160 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibition of geoengineering. Primary sponsor: Ray Canterbury (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): To House Energy and Public Works.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ray Canterbury | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Roy Cooper | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Corby Dillon | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 29 |
| 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 Energy and Public Works
- Introduced in House
- To Energy and Public Works
- Filed for introduction