HB4531

Issuing identification documents to homeless individuals residing at homeless shelters

Introduced·1/19/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4531 provides free identification documents to homeless U.S. citizens residing at shelters.

West Virginia HB4531 aims to provide homeless U.S. citizens residing at homeless shelters with free identification documents, including photo identification cards, replacement driver’s licenses, and replacement birth certificates. To qualify, individuals must be U.S. citizens, reside at a homeless shelter, and use the shelter's address on their application. The Division of Motor Vehicles will issue these documents at no cost, aiming to help homeless individuals achieve greater financial stability and a permanent home by removing barriers to obtaining necessary identification.

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Current
Government Organization Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Feb 11

House

To House Government Organization

Jan 20

House

To House Government Adminstration

Jan 19

House

Filed for introduction