HB 4273 West Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Relating to authorizing the Board of Architects to promulgate a legislative rule relating to registration of architects.

HB 4273 authorizes the West Virginia Board of Architects to implement a specific rule (2 CSR 01) governing architect registration. This rule, which was modified after addressing concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee, outlines requirements for registering as an architect in the state. The bill formally approves this administrative rule, ensuring it becomes effective without requiring new legislative action. It directly affects individuals seeking to practice architecture in West Virginia by establishing their registration process.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 14, 2026 Last action Jan 30, 2026
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