Rep. Chris Anders

Maddy summaryHB 4850 requires West Virginia executors and administrators of estates to complete free online training provided by the Supreme Court of Appeals, starting January 1, 2027. The training focuses on fiduciary duties and executor responsibilities, covering key legal requirements for managing estates. The video must be accessible online, for sight-impaired users, and available at all county commissions and sheriff's offices for those without internet access. This bill directly affects individuals serving as estate administrators by adding a mandatory educational requirement before they assume full authority.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the West Virginia Office of the Attorney General and Office of the Treasurer to conduct a study of state budget spending from the current year and the previous five years. The study will categorize expenditures into four groups: spending required by the state constitution, spending for core government functions, spending for policy goals not constitutionally required, and spending with unclear or speculative purposes. The findings and recommendations will be reported to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance by December 21, 2026. This resolution does not change how money is spent but instead asks officials to analyze and categorize existing budget items to better understand how taxpayer dollars are allocated.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks a state committee to study whether West Virginia should create a flexible respite care program for seniors and their caregivers. The proposed program would allow families to schedule short-term, on-demand assistance for specific needs like medical appointments or personal obligations, rather than being limited to fixed weekly service blocks. The study will examine costs, potential savings from delaying nursing home placement, and how to fund and manage the program, especially in rural areas with fewer resources. If the committee finds the idea feasible, it will recommend new legislation to establish the program.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution formally recognizes President Donald J. Trump for various policies and actions that the West Virginia House of Delegates claims have benefited the state. The document highlights specific initiatives including regulatory reforms in the energy sector, tax relief measures, funding for rural healthcare, and programs aimed at reducing prescription drug costs and establishing investment accounts for newborns. It also cites border security improvements and drug control efforts as contributing factors to public safety and economic well-being. The resolution expresses appreciation for these actions and requests that the formal recognition be sent to the President.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution honors the life and legacy of the late West Virginia legislator Larry D. Kump, who passed away on February 28, 2026. The resolution formally expresses the House of Delegates' condolences to Kump's family and acknowledges his service as a representative for Berkeley County across three different terms. It recognizes his career in criminal justice and mediation, his commitment to limited government, and his role as a devoted family member and church leader. The document is a ceremonial tribute rather than a law that changes policy or affects public programs.

Maddy summaryHB 5667 directs $20 million from the Division of Economic Development to the West Virginia Division of Highways (Region 2) for accelerating road repairs in Wayne and Mingo Counties, effective July 1, 2026. It also directs $20 million from the Water Development Authority - $10 million to Wayne County Commission and $10 million to Mingo County Commission - for water infrastructure projects in those counties, effective the same date. The bill specifies these funds must be used for public road repairs and water system improvements, respectively. It does not create new taxes or alter existing programs but reallocates existing state funds to targeted local infrastructure needs.

Maddy summaryHB 5657, the Electric Choice and Competition Act, would allow certain large non-residential customers (such as businesses and data centers) to choose their electricity supplier from competitive providers instead of purchasing solely from their regulated utility. The bill establishes a "subscription queue" for eligible customers, requires the Public Service Commission to oversee the program, and mandates utility rate transparency to prevent unreasonable cost shifts to other ratepayers. Utilities would continue providing transmission and distribution services, while competitive providers supply electricity under commission licensing. The law aims to lower overall system costs by shifting generation investment risks to large customers, benefiting all ratepayers through greater efficiency.

Maddy summaryHB 5665 amends West Virginia's ethics code to require House and Senate clerks to record individual roll call votes in the journal when a legislative vote concerns a member's direct personal or financial interest and more than one-third of members present vote using a voting machine. This provision increases transparency for votes involving potential conflicts of interest by mandating specific documentation of electronic votes. The bill does not change existing conflict-of-interest rules but adds a new record-keeping requirement for such circumstances. It directly affects legislative clerks (who must implement the recording) and members who may vote on matters involving their personal interests.

Maddy summaryHB 5666 amends West Virginia law to change the phrase on state-issued driver's licenses and IDs from "Not for REAL ID Purposes" to "Authorized for all West Virginia State ID Purposes." This change directly affects all residents who hold or apply for a West Virginia driver's license or state ID card. The bill modifies §17B-2-8 of the state code to require this new wording at the top of all licenses, clarifying that they are valid for any state ID purpose within West Virginia. The change removes a previous disclaimer about federal REAL ID requirements, making state IDs more clearly usable for routine state services without confusion.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 17) requests federal authorities - including the Justice Department and FBI - to conduct a full, transparent investigation into Jeffrey Epstein-related files and release non-classified records. It specifically urges special attention to any individuals or entities with ties to West Virginia, such as public officials or businesses. The resolution aims to restore public trust by ensuring accountability for potential violations of state law connected to Epstein’s activities. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new legal requirements but formally encourages federal action.