To create the Charlie Kirk Memorial First Amendment Freedom Act.
HB 4797 creates two ceremonial observances in West Virginia: "First Amendment Freedom of Speech Day" (designated as the Friday following October 14 each year) and "First Amendment Freedom of Speech Appreciation Week" (the week beginning the Sunday before Thanksgiving). The bill amends state law to add these to the list of official legal holidays and special memorial weeks, affecting state government operations, courts, and schools that observe these days. It is a memorial bill honoring Charlie Kirk, with no substantive policy changes beyond the holiday designation. The bill is procedural and does not alter existing laws or regulations.
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in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 23, 2026
Last action Jan 23, 2026
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Jan 23, 2026
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To House Government Adminstration
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Jan 23, 2026
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To House Government Organization
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Jan 23, 2026
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Jan 23, 2026
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To Government Organization then Judiciary
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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