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HB 5059·WV·house

Relating to cultural heritage institutions

Passed One ChamberFiled Feb 3, 2026
Sponsor: Akers
Latest Action

To Judiciary

Mar 5, 2026

Summary

The bill lets cultural heritage institutions claim title to items they have on permanent loan, abandoned loans, undocumented items, or unsolicited donations after sending a required notice and waiting 60 days. It affects lenders, potential donors, and the institutions themselves by clarifying ownership and reducing legal uncertainty. The measure also permits emergency conservation actions without lender permission.

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