HB4433

Prohibiting Human Smuggling and Trafficking

Complete·3/14/26

West Virginia HB4433 strengthens laws against human trafficking and smuggling, including defining "illegal alien" and increasing penalties.

West Virginia HB4433 amends the state code to strengthen laws against human trafficking and smuggling. It defines "illegal alien" as someone unlawfully present in the state, not including immediate family members. The bill increases penalties for trafficking and smuggling adults and minors, including forced labor and debt bondage. It also prohibits patronizing a minor for commercial sexual activity and defines "sexual servitude." Illegal aliens are not eligible for restitution.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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2 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 10

3:00 PM

Senate Judiciary Committee Meeting

Jan 20

9:00 AM

House Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

History

Mar 14

Senate

Approved by Governor 3/14/2026 - Senate Journal

Mar 14

House

Approved by Governor 3/14/26

Mar 10

Senate

To Governor 3/9/2026 - Senate Journal