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SB 335

Contractor Licensing Board rule relating to WV Contractor Licensing Act

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Patricia Rucker

Clarifies that WV Contractor Licensing Board rules must align with the WV Contractor Licensing Act and establishes clear, due-process compliant requirements for licensing, renewal,

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Bill Summary · SB 335

Summary of SB 335 (Session 2026, West Virginia)

Title: Contractor Licensing Board rule relating to WV Contractor Licensing Act

Note: The bill text appears in a non-readable format within the source. The summary below is based on the bill’s title, session context, sponsor, and typical content of related West Virginia contractor licensing measures. If enacted, the bill would address rules adopted by the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board under the WV Contractor Licensing Act.

1) Purpose and Intent

  • Establish or clarify the relationship between the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board (the licensing authority) and the Contractor Licensing Act.
  • Specifically targets Board rules applicable to licensing and enforcement under the Act.
  • Aims to ensure rules are aligned with statutory authority, provide clearer compliance guidance, and address procedural aspects of licensing, renewals, and disciplinary actions.

2) Key Provisions and Changes (as suggested by the title)

  • Clarification of Board rulemaking:
    • Validation that certain rules adopted by the Contractor Licensing Board are consistent with the WV Contractor Licensing Act.
    • Potentially requires that rules meet statutory standards for notice, due process, and public comment.
  • Rule specificity and scope:
    • May delineate the scope of topics the Board can regulate through rules (e.g., licensing classifications, examination requirements, continuing education, bond/insurance requirements, scope of work, and specialty licenses).
  • Enforcement and compliance:
    • Could specify procedures for license suspension, revocation, or probation, including notice procedures and hearing rights.
    • Possible alignment of Board disciplinary actions with statutory deadlines and appeal processes.
  • Administrative procedures:
    • May provide timelines for rule adoption, effective dates for new or amended rules, and transitional provisions for licensees.

3) Who/What Is Affected

  • West Virginia-licensed contractors and contractors-in-training:
    • Individuals and businesses seeking or holding licenses under the WV Contractor Licensing Act.
  • The WV Contractor Licensing Board:
    • The regulatory body whose rules govern licensing, examinations, renewals, and disciplinary actions.
  • Industry stakeholders:
    • Contractors, trade associations, suppliers, and affiliated professionals affected by licensing rules, compliance standards, and enforcement practices.

4) Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • Introduction and referral:
    • Filed for introduction on January 15, 2026; referred to Judiciary (as indicated in action history).
  • Legislative process milestones (typical WV process):
    • Senate committee review (Judiciary) with potential amendments.
    • House of Delegates consideration (if it advances beyond Senate).
    • Possible floor votes in both chambers and gubernatorial action.
  • Rule impact timing:
    • If the bill involves rule validity or alignment, it may not itself implement immediate changes but could prompt revisions to existing Board rules or guidance, with specified effective dates.
    • Transitional provisions may specify grace periods for licensees to comply with new or amended rules.

5) Practical Impact and Considerations

  • Clarity and legal certainty:
    • Aims to ensure Board rules are within statutory authority and clearly communicated to licensees.
  • Compliance burden:
    • Could introduce or tighten requirements for licensing, examinations, continuing education, or insurance/bonding, impacting costs and administrative processes for contractors.
  • Due process and enforcement:
    • May strengthen or formalize hearing rights and appeal processes in disciplinary actions.

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