HB4710

Changing the limit on switching parties before filing to run for office from 60 days to 180 days prior to an election.

Chamber Passed·2/18/26

Extends the time limit for switching political parties before filing to run for office from 60 to 180 days.

This bill modifies the West Virginia Code to extend the period candidates have to switch political parties before filing to run for office from 60 to 180 days. It affects candidates for various offices, including the House of Delegates, State Senate, and circuit judges. The change allows candidates more time to align their party affiliation with their candidacy before submitting their certificate of announcement.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 32–2 · Feb 18
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 10

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Committee Meeting

Feb 12

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

History

Mar 13

Senate

On 3rd reading

Mar 13

Senate

Read 3rd time

Mar 13

Senate

Passed Senate (Roll No. 545)