West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5178: To provide asset preservation for minors who earn income from artistic or creative services for us of their name, image, or likeness
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5178 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To provide asset preservation for minors who earn income from artistic or creative services for us of their name, image, or likeness. Primary sponsor: Hollis Lewis (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): To House Judiciary.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollis Lewis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Hamilton | 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 Judiciary
- Introduced in House
- To Judiciary
- Filed for introduction