HB 4268 West Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the licensing of livestock dealers.

HB 4268 authorizes the West Virginia Department of Agriculture to implement a specific licensing rule (61 CSR 11H) for livestock dealers. This rule sets requirements for businesses that buy, sell, or transport livestock, directly affecting those operating in this sector. The bill formally approves a revised rule that was previously modified to address legislative committee concerns. It does not create new licensing standards but allows the Department to enforce existing requirements through this authorized rule.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 14, 2026 Last action Jan 30, 2026
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Jan 30, 2026
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Jan 14, 2026
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