WV Senate passes law enforcement safety bill; Democrat says it could ban filming immigration agents

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: January 29, 2026

Words: 497

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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West Virginians would be prohibited from getting close to first responders while they’re performing their duties if they’ve issued a warning, according to a bill passed by the Senate on Thursday.

Bill supporters say the measure protects first responders, but a Democratic senator raised concerns that it could potentially prohibit people from filming officers, including border patrol agents during President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.

Senate Bill 4 would make it unlawful for a …

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