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HB 4596·WV·house

Prohibiting subdivisions and local entities from adopting policies that prohibit or restrict cooperation with federal immigration law enforcement.

FailedFiled Jan 20, 2026
Sponsor: Howell, T.
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H To House Judiciary

Jan 20, 2026

Summary

The bill adds a new section to West Virginia law that prevents counties, cities, subdivisions and law‑enforcement agencies from adopting rules that restrict working with federal immigration officials. Any entity that does so can lose state money unless it fixes the policy within 90 days after being notified. The measure is intended to ensure local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

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