Defend the Guard Act [HB-2732]
The purpose of this bill is to require an official declaration of war or an action to call forth the state militia by the United States Congress before members of the West Virginia National Guard may be released from state control to participate in active duty combat.
HB-2732: Defend the Guard Act
Sponsored by: Rep. William Anderson
On 2nd Reading, House Calendar on 03/09/2019
Relating to unlawful discriminatory practices in categories covered by the Human Rights Act and the Fair Housing Act [HB-2755]
The purpose of this bill is to add “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act, prohibiting discrimination in employment and places of public accommodation. The bill adds “age”, “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Fair Housing Act prohibiting discrimination in housing. The bill defines “sexual orientation” and “gender identity”.
HB-2755: Relating to unlawful discriminatory practices in categories covered by the Human Rights Act and the Fair Housing Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Fleischauer
Filed For Introduction on 01/30/2019
Establishing minimum numbers of school counselors [HB-2758]
The purpose of this bill is to establish a minimum number of school counselors that shall be employed by the county board and assigned to each high, middle, and elementary school in the state.
HB-2758: Establishing minimum numbers of school counselors
Sponsored by: Rep. Rodney Pyles
Filed For Introduction on 01/30/2019
Prohibiting activities connected with sexual abuse of an animal [HB-2792]
The purpose of this bill is to prohibit activities connected with sexual abuse of an animal; establish criminal penalties; provide for forfeiture of animals, payment of associated costs, and restrictions on owning animals upon conviction.
HB-2792: Prohibiting activities connected with sexual abuse of an animal
Sponsored by: Rep. Geoff Foster
Filed For Introduction on 01/31/2019