Relating to authorizing the Attorney General to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the prevention of unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the sale of damaged goods or damaged products.
HB 4278 authorizes the West Virginia Attorney General to maintain and enforce a legislative rule (142 CSR 06) that prevents unfair or deceptive practices in the sale of damaged goods or products. The bill specifically adds a sunset provision, requiring the rule to expire automatically on August 1, 2036. This procedural update does not change the rule's substance but sets a clear end date for its legal effect. The rule directly affects businesses selling damaged goods and consumers who purchase them.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 14, 2026
Last action Jan 14, 2026
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Jan 14, 2026
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Jan 14, 2026
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Doug Smith
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