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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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