HB5251Introduced in the House of Delegates
Adding “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act and WV Fair Housing Act
Introduced by Mike Pushkin, District 54
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
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".
Where it stands
To House Government Organization
February 5, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Government Organization then Judiciary
Introduced in House
To House Government Organization
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