Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- no identified impact
Risks
- no identified impact
StateWest VirginiaIntroduced
HB 4452: To remove Mortmain restrictions on religious organizations
Rick Hillenbrand
HB 4452 status: Introduced — Chapter 74, Acts, Regular Session, 2026 (updated Aug 13, 2026).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
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Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion60%
Bill summary
The bill modernizes property law by repealing antiquated statutes that restricted religious organizations' ability to hold land.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Positive outlook
65%
Benefits
- removes outdated regulatory barriers for land ownership
- simplifies property title management for religious entities
Risks
- minor adjustments required in existing property law registries
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- removes historical legal discrimination against religious institutions
- aligns state law with modern property rights standards
Risks
- none identified
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ensure local zoning and land use ordinances remain compliant with non-discriminatory standards despite state-level repeal
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