HB 4688 West Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Eliminate the ban on baiting in all counties for all game animals

HB 4688 would eliminate West Virginia's current ban on baiting for all game animals across every county in the state. The bill directly affects hunters who currently cannot legally use bait to attract game animals like deer, bear, or turkey. It would amend existing law (§20-2-5) by removing the prohibition against baiting, allowing hunters to use bait without violating state wildlife regulations. This change would apply uniformly statewide to all game species covered under the current ban.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 21, 2026 Last action Jan 21, 2026
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Jan 21, 2026
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Jan 21, 2026
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Jan 21, 2026
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