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HB 5605·WV·house

Relating to drug testing of legislators

In CommitteeFiled Feb 16, 2026
Sponsor: Fluharty
Latest Action

To House Judiciary

Feb 16, 2026

Summary

The bill would make it mandatory for every member of the West Virginia Legislature to take and pass a drug test each year before they can be paid or reimbursed for legislative duties. Each legislator would bear the cost of the test, which must be completed by December 31 for the year. The measure is presented as a public‑safety safeguard for elected officials.

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