West Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
West Virginia HR17: Requesting and encouraging a full, complete, and transparent investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Status: Introduced, February 17, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, February 17, 2026:
HOUSE RESOLUTION 17 (By Delegates Anders, Dillon, White, Mazzocchi, and Kimble) [Introduced February 17, 2026; referred to the Committee on the Judiciary then Rules] Requesting and encouraging a full, complete, and transparent investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein files and any individuals with ties to the State of West Virginia who may be implicated therein. Whereas, The preservation of liberty depends upon the equal application of the law and the principle that no individual is above justice, regardless of wealth, status, or political influence; and Whereas, Credible evidence has emerged indicating that Jeffrey Epstein operated an extensive criminal enterprise involving sexual exploitation, human trafficking, and abuse of minors over a prolonged period of time; and Whereas, Numerous court filings, sworn testimony, flight logs, financial records, and sealed documents--commonly referred to as the "Epstein files"--remain partially redacted or undisclosed to the public; and Whereas, The concealment or delayed release of such information undermines public confidence in the justice system and fuels the perception that powerful individuals receive preferential treatment; and Whereas, The people of West Virginia have a compelling interest in ensuring that no current or former public official, business leader, or private citizen connected to this state participated in, facilitated, funded, or benefited from criminal activity associated with Jeffrey Epstein; and Whereas, West Virginia has a sovereign interest in protecting its …
Sponsors
- Anders, S. Chris (R, 097) · primary sponsor
- Dillon, Henry (R, 029)
- White, Lisa (R, 096)
- Mazzocchi, Margitta (R, 031)
- Kimble, Laura (R, 071)
Latest actions
- : To House Judiciary
- : Introduced in House
- : To Judiciary then Rules
- : Filed for introduction
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Common questions
- What is HR17?
- HR17 is a bill in the West Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Requesting and encouraging a full, complete, and transparent investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein files.
- What is the status of HR17?
- Introduced as of February 17, 2026. Latest action: To House Judiciary (February 17, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR17?
- Anders, S. Chris (R, 097), with 4 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR17?
- On the West Virginia Legislature website: https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=17&billtype=r&houseorig=h&btype=res
Source: official West Virginia record. Tracked by Delilah, AI for legislation across all 50 states and Congress.