West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5359: To provide a funding stream from property taxes collected as a result of new high voltage electric transmission projects being constructed to lower electric rates to benefit West Virginians
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5359 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To provide a funding stream from property taxes collected as a result of new high voltage electric transmission projects being constructed to lower electric rates to benefit West Virginians. Primary sponsor: Linville. It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 9, 2026): To House Finance.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linville | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Rick Hillenbrand | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 88 |
| Mike Hornby | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 93 |
| Gary Howell | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 87 |
| Phillips | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Mark Zatezalo | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 2 |
“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 Finance
- Introduced in House
- To Finance
- Filed for introduction