Clarifying that the legislature cannot impede the judiciary’s duties to assure the fair administration of justice when it or a member of a legislative body is a party in a proceeding relating to legislative actions

HB 5250 clarifies that West Virginia’s legislature cannot interfere with courts when the legislature or a member is a party in a legal case related to legislative actions. The bill creates an automatic pause in court proceedings involving legislators or legislative employees during specific times, such as during legislative sessions or the 10 days before/after sessions. This allows lawmakers to focus on their duties without being required to attend court appearances or respond to legal filings during these periods. The pause applies only when a court determines delaying the case would hinder fair and timely justice.