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WV SB256

Bill

Status

Passed

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Patricia Rucker

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule regarding alternative emission limitations during startup and shutdown operations at facilities
  • The rule was filed in the State Register on July 22, 2025, under the authority of §22-5-4 of the West Virginia Code
  • Amends and reenacts §64-3-1 of the West Virginia Code relating to DEP rulemaking authority
  • Introduced by Senator Rucker on January 15, 2026, and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

Authorizing DEP to promulgate legislative rules

Legislature--Rule Making

Last Action

Approved by Governor 3/2/2026

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Energy and Public Works2/9/2026
Judiciary1/15/2026

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