Del. Laura Kimble

Co-sponsor HB 2467

In committee · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

To eliminate the Personal Income tax in WV

Maddy summaryHB 2467 would eliminate West Virginia's personal income tax for all taxpayers starting with the 2026 tax year. The bill amends state law to remove the requirement for individuals, estates, and trusts to pay this tax on their taxable income after December 31, 2025. This means residents and entities subject to the current tax would no longer owe state income tax on their earnings for tax years beginning in 2026 and later. The bill does not specify alternative revenue sources for the state.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEliminates personal income tax, directly reducing state revenue source and weakening tax system per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

In committee Feb 17, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 2425

In committee · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

Relating to Constitutional Carry

Maddy summaryHB 2425 would allow West Virginians aged 18 to 20 to carry concealed weapons without a permit, expanding current law that only permits this for those 21 and older. The bill amends sections of state code to remove the permit requirement for this age group while maintaining existing exceptions, such as carrying on one's own property, transporting unloaded weapons to/from purchase or hunting, or for specific officials like law enforcement. It does not change the penalties for violations, which remain misdemeanor or felony charges depending on prior offenses. The policy directly affects young adults aged 18-20 who currently must obtain a permit to carry concealed weapons.

In committee Feb 17, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 2398

In committee · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

Convention of states delegates have penalties for deviating from what they were sent to convention for

Maddy summaryHB 2398 would impose penalties on delegates attending a "Convention of States" (a state-led gathering to propose U.S. constitutional amendments) who exceed their assigned authority. Delegates found violating their mandate would face mandatory recall, a $100,000-$500,000 fine, up to 10 years in prison, and voided votes. The bill directly affects state delegates appointed to such conventions, requiring them to strictly adhere to their pre-defined roles. It establishes these specific consequences as mandatory measures for any deviation from their authorized purpose.

In committee Feb 14, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 2396

In committee · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

Removing bona fide schools, public libraries, and museums from the list of exemptions from criminal liability relating to distribution and display to minor of obscene matter

Maddy summaryThis bill removes schools, public libraries, and museums from legal exemptions that currently protect them from criminal prosecution when distributing or displaying legally obscene material to minors. Under current law, these institutions could avoid charges if they followed specific conditions (like having a parent present for minors at libraries), but the bill eliminates these protections entirely. The change means these organizations could now face criminal liability for such actions without the previous safeguards. This policy shift directly affects how these public institutions handle materials legally defined as obscene when minors are involved.

Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRemoves institutional exemptions for obscene material distribution to minors, expanding criminalization and increasing liability for schools/libraries/museums.95% confidence

In committee Feb 14, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 4552

Signed into law · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

To ensure party affiliation is consistent with candidate’s voter registration

Signed into law Apr 24, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 5510

Signed into law · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

Clarify law regarding the crime of witness tampering

Signed into law Apr 22, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 4975

Signed into law · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

Relating to establishing a foster parent information system

Signed into law Apr 22, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 4882

Signed into law · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

Extending in-state tuition rates to all members and veterans of the National Guard, reserves, and armed forces as well as their spouses and dependents

Signed into law Apr 22, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 5151

Signed into law · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

Relating to defining term fictive kin

Signed into law Apr 22, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 4940

Signed into law · West Virginia House of Delegates · Co-sponsor

A squatter cannot be considered a tenant in WV.

Signed into law Apr 22, 2024 1 co-sponsor