US Brexit: West Virginia Offers Refuge To Virginia 2A Sanctuaries

Published on January 15, 2020
Duration: 4:19

This video discusses West Virginia's House Concurrent Resolution 8, introduced on January 14, 2020. The resolution proposes a process for certain Virginia counties and independent cities, designated as Second Amendment Sanctuaries, to petition for admission into West Virginia. This would require approval from both the Virginia and West Virginia legislatures, followed by a majority vote from West Virginia's qualified citizens.

Quick Summary

West Virginia House Concurrent Resolution 8, introduced January 14, 2020, provides a legislative process for Virginia counties and independent cities to seek admission into West Virginia. This requires approval from both state legislatures and a majority vote from West Virginia's qualified citizens, based on Article 6, Section 11 of the WV Constitution.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Virginia Brexit Concept
  2. 00:24West Virginia's Invitation to VA Sanctuaries
  3. 00:46House Concurrent Resolution 8 Details
  4. 01:05Resolution Introduction Date and Purpose
  5. 01:37Virginia's Stance and Sanctuary Resolutions
  6. 01:51West Virginia Constitutional Basis (Art. 6, Sec. 11)
  7. 02:09Conditions for Admission: Legislative & Voter Approval
  8. 02:38Mechanism for Admission Process
  9. 02:55Ballot Question for West Virginia Voters
  10. 03:26HCR 8 Legitimacy and Call to Action
  11. 03:44Discussion: Is This a Good Idea?
  12. 04:01Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Virginia House Concurrent Resolution 8?

West Virginia House Concurrent Resolution 8, introduced on January 14, 2020, proposes a legislative pathway for certain Virginia counties and independent cities, particularly those designated as Second Amendment Sanctuaries, to petition for admission into the state of West Virginia.

What are the requirements for Virginia counties to join West Virginia under HCR 8?

To join West Virginia, Virginia counties and independent cities must first gain approval from the Virginia General Assembly. Subsequently, a majority of qualified voters in West Virginia must vote in favor of the proposition during a general election.

What constitutional provision in West Virginia allows for territorial expansion?

Article 6, Section 11 of the West Virginia Constitution explicitly permits additional territory to be admitted into and become part of the state, provided there is consent from the state legislature and a majority of the qualified voters of the state.

When was West Virginia House Concurrent Resolution 8 introduced and what is its goal?

West Virginia House Concurrent Resolution 8 was introduced on January 14, 2020. Its primary goal is to offer a potential '2A exit' for Virginia's Second Amendment Sanctuaries, allowing them to secede from Virginia and join West Virginia.

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