HB 2398 West Virginia House of Delegates · 2025 Regular Session

Convention of states delegates have penalties for deviating from what they were sent to convention for

HB 2398 would impose penalties on delegates attending a "Convention of States" (a state-led gathering to propose U.S. constitutional amendments) who exceed their assigned authority. Delegates found violating their mandate would face mandatory recall, a $100,000-$500,000 fine, up to 10 years in prison, and voided votes. The bill directly affects state delegates appointed to such conventions, requiring them to strictly adhere to their pre-defined roles. It establishes these specific consequences as mandatory measures for any deviation from their authorized purpose.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 14, 2025 Last action Feb 14, 2025
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Feb 14, 2025
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