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WV HCR23

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Statler

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requests the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study methods for expanding Firefighter I and II instructional programs statewide
  • Addresses testimony that some counties lack qualified instructors or funding for firefighter training, with many firefighters serving as unpaid volunteers
  • Responds to concerns that first responder shortages are causing delayed or no response to 911 calls
  • Study must identify areas struggling with firefighter recruitment, retention, and training, and determine appropriate number and location of education programs and instructors
  • Requires the study to estimate costs for establishing and sustaining firefighter training programs, with expenses funded through legislative appropriations

Legislative Description

Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to conduct a study investigating the most appropriate method of providing more Firefighter I and II instructional programs across the state

Last Action

To House Rules

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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