HB 4166
Require Governor to provide at least five days notice to all state legislators when calling a Special Session
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Bill overview
This bill requires the Governor of West Virginia to provide at least five days’ notice to all state legislators before calling a special session of the Legislature. Currently, the law does not specify the amount of advance notice the Governor must provide. The bill aims to increase transparency and allow legislators more time to prepare for special sessions. It establishes a minimum notice period of five days for both the proclamation of the special session and the notification to lawmakers.
Key provisions
- The Governor must issue a proclamation convening the Legislature for a special session at least five days in advance.
- The Governor must provide at least five days’ prior notice to all state legislators when calling a special session.
- This requirement applies to both regular and special legislative sessions.
Who is affected
- West Virginia State Legislators
- The Governor of West Virginia
- The West Virginia Legislature
Notable changes
- Currently, the law does not mandate a minimum notice period for calling a special session.
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Primary sponsor
Kump
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