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HB5550Introduced in the House of Delegates

Relating to shelter for animals

IntroducedHouse Judiciary

Introduced by Laura Kimble, District 71

What does this bill do?

Plain-English breakdown

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Official description

This bill shall be known as the West Virginia Safe Outdoor Dogs Act. The purpose of this bill is to provide added protection for animals exposed to extreme weather.

Where it stands

To House Judiciary

February 16, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Filed for introduction

  2. To Judiciary

  3. Introduced in House

  4. To House Judiciary

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