HB 5206·WV·house
To make certain acts of panhandling and solicitation unlawful
In CommitteeFiled Feb 5, 2026
Sponsor: Ferrell
Latest Action
To House Homeland Security
Feb 18, 2026
Summary
The bill criminalizes most street solicitation, requiring anyone who panhandles to obtain a state license or county permit and to follow strict location and time limits. It exempts bona‑fide fire departments, school extracurricular groups and registered 501(c)(3) charities, and imposes misdemeanor fines that rise with repeat offenses.
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