S.J.Res.14

Incorporation of Churches or Religious Denominations Amendment

Introduced·1/14/26
Intr Text

Amends West Virginia Constitution to allow incorporation of churches or religious denominations.

West Virginia SJR14 proposes an amendment to the state constitution to permit the incorporation of churches or religious denominations. Currently, the state constitution prohibits the incorporation of such entities. The amendment, if passed, would allow religious organizations to incorporate if they choose to do so. The amendment also includes provisions for securing titles to church property and ensuring its use aligns with the church's or denomination's purposes.

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History

Jan 14

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 14

Senate

To Judiciary then Finance

Jan 14

Senate

Introduced in Senate