WV HB3048

Limits wind power project permits in West Virginia to no more than two per year, with the Legislature able to modify this cap if circumstances change

Provides a 5% reduction in coal severance tax for coal mines and coal-powered plants for each new wind power project constructed in the state annually

Declares that coal is the only reliable power source during emergency weather situations (ice storms, snowstorms, flooding) and that wind and solar power are inadequate to meet West Virginians' needs during emergencies

Modifies the pollution control facility tax treatment for wind projects so that salvage valuation "may" rather than "shall" apply to up to 79% of a wind facility's total value

Adds legislative findings affirming coal as essential for keeping household energy costs low and maintaining reliable power in West Virginia