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WV HB5439
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Adam Burkhammer
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AI Summary
- Establishes the Pollinator Protection Act, requiring the Department of Agriculture to develop a pollinator protection program to promote pollinator health and support West Virginia's agricultural economy and apiary industry
- Mandates collaboration between the Department of Agriculture, Division of Forestry, and Division of Natural Resources in developing the program
- Requires creation of a stakeholder group including beekeepers, agricultural producers, agribusiness organizations, farmer organizations, and conservation interests
- Program must include plans to mitigate invasive plant species damage, encourage pollinator-friendly habitats on private property, and create planting strategies for state parks and forests
- Directs utilization of state and federal grant programs and non-profit resources to fund pollinator protection efforts
Legislative Description
Creaing a pollinator planting program
Natural Resources
Last Action
To House Government Organization
2/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Government Organization2/11/2026
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