HB4651

Relating to unfair or unconscionable debt collection practices

Introduced·1/21/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4651 amends debt collection practices to clarify permissible fees and communication requirements.

West Virginia HB4651 amends the state's consumer credit protection laws to clarify permissible fees and communication requirements for debt collectors. It allows the collection of interest or fees on debts when authorized by agreement or statute. It also mandates specific disclosures in written communications to consumers regarding the age of the debt and the statute of limitations. Additionally, it limits the recovery of attorney's fees and collection costs to 33 and one-third percent of the amount due on educational loans.

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Where it stands

Current
Courts Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 6

10:15 AM

Subcommittee on Courts Meeting

Feb 6

10:15 AM

House Courts Subcommittee Meeting

History

Feb 6

House

To House Courts

Jan 21

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 21

House

To Judiciary