HB4577

Relating to driver’s licenses

Complete·3/14/26

Establishes a reciprocity agreement for driver licenses with the Republic of Ireland.

This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the creation of a reciprocity agreement for driver licenses with the Republic of Ireland. It mandates that foreign drivers operating in West Virginia comply with state insurance and financial responsibility laws. The commissioner is required to propose rules for legislative approval by September 1, 2021, concerning driver license examinations and qualifications. The rules must include education on the effects of alcohol and drug-related motor vehicle violations.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

92 Yea

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4 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 11

12:00 AM

Senate Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Meeting

Feb 16

1:00 PM

Standing Committee on Government Organization Meeting

History

Apr 1

House

Approved by Governor 4/1/2026

Mar 31

House

To Governor 3/31/2026

Mar 14

House

House received Senate message