West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5207: To increase the protections for the welfare of domestic animals
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5207 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To increase the protections for the welfare of domestic animals. Primary sponsor: Dana Ferrell (Republican). It lists 8 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): To House Judiciary.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Ferrell | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 60 |
| J.B. Akers | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 55 |
| Geno Chiarelli | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 78 |
| Kathie Hess Crouse | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 19 |
| Jeff Eldridge | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 30 |
| Tresa Howell | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 52 |
| Phil Mallow | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 75 |
| Pat McGeehan | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 1 |
| Chuck Sheedy | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 7 |
“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