West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5538: To expand licensing opportunities and safety regulation in the esthetics industry
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 5538 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on February 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: To expand licensing opportunities and safety regulation in the esthetics industry. Primary sponsor: Joe Funkhouser (Republican). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 16, 2026): To House Government Organization.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Funkhouser | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 98 |
| Flanigan | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Linville | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Ian Masters | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 91 |
| 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 Government Organization
- Introduced in House
- To Government Organization
- Filed for introduction