HB4522

Banning Foreign-backed spending on State Ballot Issues

Chamber Passed·2/9/26

West Virginia HB4522 bans foreign-backed spending on state ballot issues.

West Virginia HB4522 amends the state code to prohibit foreign donations in election administration. It defines "foreign donations" as contributions from foreign nationals, including individuals, foreign governments, political parties, or entities. The bill mandates that anyone entering into agreements with government entities for election administration must certify to the Secretary of State whether they knowingly receive foreign donations. Failure to provide accurate certification invalidates agreements and bars funds or services.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 95–0 · Feb 9
Current
Workforce Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
11
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Passed House (Roll No. 58)

95 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 3

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

Feb 3

9:00 AM

House Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

History

Feb 10

Senate

Introduced in Senate

Feb 10

Senate

To Workforce then Judiciary

Feb 10

Senate

To Workforce