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WV SB996

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jay Taylor

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes Jennings Randolph Lake State Park in Mineral County as West Virginia's 37th official state park, effective July 1, 2026

  • Authorizes the Division of Natural Resources to administer, manage, maintain, and improve the park as part of the state park system

  • Permits cooperative agreements with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, local governments, and private partners for park operation and maintenance

  • Grants authority to develop recreational facilities, expand camping and lodging opportunities, and improve public access to promote tourism and economic growth in the Potomac Highlands region

  • Preserves federal jurisdiction over the lake, dam, reservoir project, and federally controlled surrounding lands

Legislative Description

Creating Jennings Randolph Lake State Park and Teter Creek Lake State Park

Natural Resources

Last Action

To Finance

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/25/2026
Natural Resources2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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