HB 4486·WV·house
Establish fines for any company or organization that knowingly hires an illegal alien
FailedFiled Jan 19, 2026
Sponsor: Ridenour
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H To House Government Organization
Jan 19, 2026
Summary
The bill makes it a misdemeanor for any company or organization in West Virginia to knowingly hire an unauthorized worker. It adds escalating fines—from $1,000 up to $30,000—and possible jail time for repeat offenses, as well as penalties for failing to keep required employment records or submitting false information. The goal is to strengthen enforcement against illegal hiring.
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