HB4440

Permitting law enforcement to issue a citation when students are caught with nicotine in schools.

Introduced·1/16/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4440 allows law enforcement to issue citations to students caught with nicotine in schools.

West Virginia HB4440 permits law enforcement to issue citations to students enrolled in public or charter schools found with nicotine products on school grounds or at school activities. The bill also outlines fines for repeat offenses, with escalating penalties for subsequent violations. Employers can dismiss employees for selling tobacco products to minors, and non-criminal penalties may apply to retail employees. The alcohol beverage control commissioner will establish standards for education, diversion programs, and community service.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 4

1:00 PM

House Committee on Education Meeting

Feb 4

1:00 PM

Standing Committee on Education Meeting

History

Feb 3

House

Markup Discussion

Jan 16

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 16

House

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