To nullify any ATF powers by the federal government to regulate intrastate firearm sales in West Virginia
HB 4920, the "Second Amendment Preservation Act," declares federal regulations on intrastate firearm sales within West Virginia invalid, directly affecting West Virginia residents buying, selling, or transferring firearms, accessories, or ammunition within the state. It prohibits the ATF and other federal entities from enforcing rules that restrict these in-state transactions, stating such actions violate both the U.S. and West Virginia constitutions. The bill imposes civil penalties of $50,000 per violation for federal enforcement attempts and requires the West Virginia Attorney General to defend citizens prosecuted federally or sue federal agencies for violations. It also mandates state law enforcement to refuse enforcing federal gun regulations that infringe on Second Amendment rights.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 29, 2026
Last action Jan 29, 2026
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Jan 29, 2026
Committee
To House Judiciary
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Jan 29, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
Jan 29, 2026
Committee
To Judiciary
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Chris Anders
RRepublican
Co
Corby Dillon
RRepublican
Co
Larry Kump
RRepublican
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