WV House expected to vote on human trafficking bill dealing with undocumented immigrants this week

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: January 26, 2026

Words: 682

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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West Virginia House of Delegates members are expected to vote on a bill involving undocumented immigrants this week as national attention turns on the issue after federal immigration officers shot and killed a second U.S. citizen over the weekend.

The House and Senate quickly gaveled in and out Monday due to the ongoing winter storm, and most members were absent as West Virginia is under a state of emergency.

In the GOP-controlled House, …

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